Trump Attendance Delays US Open Final, Creates Long Lines

President Donald Trump's attendance at the U.S. Open men's singles final caused significant delays and long security lines, resulting in the match starting about 30 to 45 minutes late. Enhanced security measures, including numerous TSA-level scanners and Secret Service checkpoints, led to thousands of fans being stuck outside Arthur Ashe Stadium, some waiting hours to enter and missing part of the match. Fans expressed frustration and booed due to the lack of prior notice about the extensive delays, despite attempts by USTA to communicate changes through emails and app notifications. Trump was accompanied by members of his administration and sat in the Rolex box, while USTA requested broadcasters not to showcase any negative crowd reactions related to his presence. The delays also caused traffic backups miles long, further exacerbating fan dissatisfaction. This disruption was unusual for the U.S. Open, drawing comparisons to other events where high-profile attendees did not cause similar issues.