The U.S. Open is known for its exciting night matches, but this year, the late finishes are raising concerns. With several matches ending after 2 a.m., players and fans are questioning if it’s too late. Alexander Zverev, who played two matches ending past 2 a.m., expressed that everyone was tired. Venus Williams also faced a late start, beginning her match at 12:13 a.m., which she found challenging. The tournament’s late-night schedule is partly due to broadcasting needs, but some suggest it might not be fair to players or fans. Other major tournaments like Wimbledon have curfews to prevent such late finishes. The situation has sparked discussions about whether changes are needed to ensure matches don’t run too late into the night.
QUESTION: How might the late-night scheduling of sports events impact athletes’ performance and fans’ experience?
Empty seats, tired stars: The US Open’s post-2 a.m. finishes spark a pushback
