Author: David Waldstein

September 10, 2026 David Waldstein

A U.S. Open Match Ended at 3:30 a.m. It Wasn’t Over for the Workers.

After the epic match between Carlos Alcaraz and Ben Shelton was finally done, cashiers, ushers and cleaning crews got to work. Their next shift was only hours away.

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September 4, 2026 David Waldstein

Influencers, Noise and Weed: Has the U.S. Open Become a ‘Zoo’?

As the Open grows ever more popular, tennis fans wonder if “the people’s tournament” has become too rowdy.

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August 30, 2026 David Waldstein

Is the U.S. Open More Valuable to New York Than the Knicks?

It’s complicated. But the answer is: Maybe.