NYT: The U.S. Open Can’t Go On Like This

Substitute theater for every mention of tennis in this piece.

https://www.nytimes.com/2026/08/31/opinion/us-open-prices.html?unlocked_article_code=1.9lA.UvMS.tD7DHuYIli6K&smid=nytcore-android-share

It's been like this. And expensive once you get there, as mentioned. The signature Honey Deuce drink that everyone gets with the "commemorative" cup is $23.00 bucks.

When I was living back there I could easily afford to buy a ticket, but didn't. I am a big tennis fan but I wasn't spending that much to be there live. I went once back in 2017 with a friend who goes every year and had an extra ticket. Got the tee shirt.

I am currently on my couch with a cup of coffee watching Alcaraz play.