Wimbledon bans influencer credentials after US Open disruption

Wimbledon to bar influencer credentials after US Open disruptions

Yahoo Sports • 06 Sep 22:43

Wimbledon announced it will not create a media accreditation category for influencers and will confiscate equipment that could interfere with matches, citing problems that arose at the US Open.

Influencers and on-court disruptions spark debate at the U.S. Open

salon.com • 05 Sep 17:15

Players at this year’s U.S. Open have raised concerns about influencer activities and other distractions, including a reported marijuana smell, prompting calls for clearer etiquette guidelines.

Influencer presence at US Open sparks debate over etiquette after match pause

New York Post • 03 Sep 17:54

A first-round match was halted after a group in a suite used flash lighting, prompting influencer Morgan Riddle to comment on the broader issue of social-media content at the tournament.

Influencers Disrupt Naomi Osaka Match at U.S. Open

The Cut • 02 Sep 22:00

During Naomi Osaka's second-round match, a group of influencers used a bright selfie light, prompting the umpire to intervene and sparking criticism from fans over growing influencer presence at the tournament.

Umpire halts Naomi Osaka match after influencers disrupt seating area

New York Post • 02 Sep 21:15

A chair umpire stopped play during Naomi Osaka's match at the U.S. Open after a group of influencers in a suite were recorded using bright lights and filming, prompting the USTA to comment on the infrequency of such incidents.