Trump emitted a series of loud crows during the US Open final

In a surprising turn of events, former President Donald Trump made a return to the US Open tennis tournament on Sunday, nearly seven years after his controversial exit in 2015. Trump's presence at the event, held in Queens, his birthplace, was met with a mix of boos and cheers.

Trump, who has frequently attended sporting events, emerged from his suite about 45 minutes before the start of the match. His arrival caused a significant stir, with many seats remaining empty for nearly an hour due to the anticipation of his appearance.

The former president has not attended the US Open since he was booed during a quarter-final in September 2015. Since then, he has mainly lived in his property in Mar-a-Lago, Florida.

The Trump Organization controlled a suite for the US Open, adjacent to the television broadcast booth of the Arthur Ashe Stadium, but suspended it in 2017. However, this time, Trump was invited by Rolex, despite high tariffs imposed on the country of origin of the Swiss watchmaker.

Carlos Alcaraz, the finalist, declared Trump's presence would be a privilege for tennis. Jannik Sinner, who appeared in the men's final match on Sunday, was also invited and was loudly booed by the audience.

The United States Tennis Association tried to limit negative reactions caused by Trump's presence during the broadcast. However, security measures for Trump's visit caused long lines, causing some spectators to miss the start of the match. The Secret Service stated that protecting Trump "required a significant effort."

The presence of a sitting president at the US Open has not occurred since Bill Clinton attended in 2000, except for the opening ceremony of the event in 2023 (Barack Obama and Michelle Obama). The White House refused to comment on Trump accepting the invitation from a commercial client.

Before becoming a politician, Trump was a real estate magnate in the New York region and a reality TV star. His return to the US Open, despite the mixed reactions, underscores his enduring connection to the city where he was born and raised.

Thousands of tennis fans queued outside during the match, despite organizers pushing back the start by half an hour. Trump reappeared to boos before the national anthem and raised his left fist in a salute during the anthem.

Despite the controversy, the US Open continues to be a platform for the world's best tennis players to compete, and for fans to enjoy the sport they love. The tournament will continue to attract attention and generate debate, both on and off the court.