US Open 2023: The Flushing Meadows is always filled with intensity and excitement, isn’t it? But another thing to notice about the toughest Grand Slam is that it is always surrounded by controversies as well.
Just as we got past the COVID predicament, another controversial incident took place in the Flushing Meadows. The incident happened during the Round Of 16 match between Alexander Zverev and Jannik Sinner.
During the match, German star Alexander Zverev complained to the referee that one of the audience members had cited “The most famous Hitler phrase” ever. The match was halted and it became a huge scene.
“The Most Hitler Phrase Ever”
The instance happened in the fourth round of the match where Zverev went to the referee and complained about the incident. “He just said the most famous Hitler phrase there is in this world. It’s unacceptable. This is unbelievable,” Zverev said to the match referee.
Umpire James Keothavong was quick to take action and responded immediately. He shouted towards the audience and demanded the answer as to who said the phrase. James further complained that they would get him out of the arena.
“Ladies and gentlemen, as a courtesy to both players, please remain fair and respect the players.” The umpire requested to everyone.
US Open 2023: Escorted Out Of The Arena
The spectator was removed from the arena as Keothavong helped the security officials. There were huge cheers in the arena as the culprit was being removed from the arena as he did not show much resistance.
Many spectators recorded the incident and shared it on their social media handles. A few players have come out and stated that the fans at Flushing Meadows are not good and disrespectful.
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