The US Open faces fresh scrutiny over crowd behaviour after reports of disruptions involving influencers and alleged cannabis use during matches. Multiple outlets describe instances where spectators film content loudly or continuously while play is under way.
Accounts also mention a person smoking cannabis in the stands, which adds to concerns about compliance with tournament rules and the overall spectator experience. The reports frame the incidents as part of a broader debate about how social media content is created in live sports settings, including whether filming practices interfere with players and other attendees.
While the outlets focus on similar examples, they vary in emphasis. Some stress the visibility of influencer activity and the impact of off-court distractions during play. Others underline the presence of cannabis-related behaviour in the seating areas and the role it may play in enforcement and crowd management. Across the coverage, the underlying theme is that organisers and venue staff must balance spectator freedom with maintaining orderly conditions at a major event.
