Overview

• Organizers pushed the start by about 30 minutes for enhanced Secret Service screening, leaving long lines and many fans outside when play began.
• The crowd booed, with some cheers, when the president was shown on stadium screens during the anthem and a set break, and the reaction was audible on some broadcasts.
• The USTA asked broadcast partners to refrain from showcasing disruptions or reactions to the president’s attendance, according to a memo reported by multiple outlets.
• The Secret Service said the protective operation was comprehensive and acknowledged it may have contributed to delays, thanking attendees for their patience.
• Trump watched from a Rolex suite with family and senior officials including Jared Kushner, Karoline Leavitt, Pam Bondi and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, marking his first U.S. Open appearance since 2015.