US Open ask broadcasters to not show negative reactions to Trump visit

The organisers of the US Open have asked broadcasters to refrain from showing any negative reaction towards Donald Trump during the US president’s appearance at the men’s singles final on Sunday.

Trump is expected to return to the US Open for the first time in a decade after accepting a corporate invite to a suite for Sunday’s final between Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner at Arthur Ashe Stadium.

Jamie Braidwood7 September 2025 01:15

When is the US Open men’s final? Carlos Alcaraz v Jannik Sinner start time and how to watch

Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner will meet again in the US Open final in New York, with more grand slam history and the World No 1 ranking on the line.

Alcaraz and Sinner are the first two players to meet in three consecutive grand slam finals in the same year in the Open era, having battled at the French Open final and the Wimbledon final this summer.

Jamie Braidwood7 September 2025 01:01

Aryna Sabalenka sees off Amanda Anisimova to retain US Open title

Aryna Sabalenka ended a painful grand slam season on a glorious high by defeating Amanda Anisimova to retain her US Open crown.

Both women were looking to bury recent scar tissue, with Anisimova back in a major final 56 days after her Wimbledon whitewash, while Sabalenka suffered heart-breaking defeats at both the Australian Open and French Open – forced to apologise after an ungracious press conference towards winner Coco Gauff at the latter.

Jamie Braidwood7 September 2025 00:46

Aryna Sabalenka thanks American crowd for their support

Aryna Sabalenka on taming the home crowd and playing a third straight final against an American.

“I feel like throughout the years, we’ve built our relationship and you guys give me so much support. My first year here when I saw that I have to play back to back against Americans, I was just like ‘no way. Please. I don’t wanna play’ .

“Then coming back the next year and I have to play back to back against Americans in the semis and finals I felt a bit more support.

“This year I felt even more support. So I’m super excited to come back next year. I hope you’re all gonna cheer for me . Thank you guys for bringing the best atmosphere.”

(IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)

Jamie Braidwood7 September 2025 00:31

Amanda Anisimova reflects on US Open final defaat

“It’s been a great summer. Losing in two finals in a row is great but it’s also super hard. I think I didn’t fight hard enough for my dreams today.

“I wanna say congrats to Aryna. You are so incredible. I know I have to face you all the time. But I’m in awe of what you’ve accomplished.

“You keep achieving so many incredible things. Big congratulations to you and your team. You guys are amazing.”

Jamie Braidwood7 September 2025 00:17

Aryna Sabalenka’s message to Amanda Anisimova after US Open final

“Congrats Amanda on reaching back to back Slam finals. I know how much it hurts, losing in the final. But trust me, you’re going to win the first one… and you are going to win it.

“You play incredible tennis. Congrats to you and your team on the things you’ve achieved after your comeback. Girl, you’re gonna enjoy it even more after the tough losses in the final.”

Jamie Braidwood7 September 2025 00:03

Defending champion Aryna Sabalenka joins list of US Open winners

Jamie Braidwood6 September 2025 23:46

Aryna Sabalenka presented with $5m prize money

Sabalenka takes home the biggest prize-pot for a singles champion in grand slam history.

(AP)

Jamie Braidwood6 September 2025 23:36

Aryna Sabalenka’s incredible tiebreak record

The World No 1 has won 21 tiebreaks this season, losing just one.

She was utterly dominant when the second set went to a decider, sensing her moment.

Jamie Braidwood6 September 2025 23:19

Aryna Sabalenka presented with US Open trophy

Sabalenka gets her hands back on the US Open trophy! She won 24 matches at the grand slams this season, an incredible record.

With four grand slam titles, she is level with Naomi Osaka, two behind Iga Swiatek, for the most among active players.

(AP)

Jamie Braidwood6 September 2025 23:17