This year’s U.S. Open has been plagued by awkward interactions involving fans and tennis stars, with the list seemingly growing by the day. Article content
On Monday, it was Russian teenager Mirra Andreeva’s turn to be disrupted by an unidentified fan during her round of 16 doubles match. Article content Article content
The 18-year-old Andreeva was sitting next to partner Diana Shnaider, 21, on the bench, drinking some water during a break in the match against Shuko Aoyama and Wang Yafan, when they were approached from behind by a man wearing a dark shirt and U.S. Open hat.
He appeared to say something toward the two while the partners were talking amongst themselves before they noticed him and turned around. Article content
The man then appeared to say something with a smile towa