The US Open is set to begin next week, but the players had a bit of fun in their downtime. Some of the popular players were quizzed in a fun little interview for the tournament. The answers were rather interesting, to say the least.
Maria Sakkari, Victoria Azarenka, and a number of others participated in this short clip. The players were asked if they could watch a reality show based on a player, who it would be, and why.
The answers ranged from Rafael Nadal to Chris Eubanks. But the most popular answer, according to the player poll was none other than Frances Tiafoe. Four players chose to go with Tiafoe, including Frances himself.
Someone get @FTiafoe and @chris_eubanks96 a reality show ASAP. 😂 pic.twitter.com/BDenAyJdL8
— US Open Tennis (@usopen) August 22, 2023
Azarenka poked fun at herself as she answered. The former world number one thinks if she were to appear on a show, the first 20 minutes would be canceled. Victoria then cited Eubanks’ and Tiafoe’s names, stating that the latter is a funny man.
Tiafoe’s humor is well-documented, and he even managed to sneak into Andy Murray’s interview without being noticed. He stood just behind the Scotsman for an astonishing 29 minutes before Murray realized. Andy’s mother, Judy Murray, was also flabbergasted that Murray took so long to realize it.
How can you not feel Big Foe breathing down your neck? @FTiafoe @atptour @mubadalacitidc https://t.co/D3276KeIBQ
— judy murray (@JudyMurray) July 31, 2023
Sakkari gave a very thoughtful answer. If she could, she would watch a show based on Rafa’s life, because he is such an intriguing person.
Some of the answers were instantaneous, while others took their time as Sakkari did. Andy Murray did not answer at all. Either way, Tiafoe won the popular choice title from among his peers. It is a testament to his character and his ability to make others laugh.
Frances Tiafoe fun at the Stars of the Open event
A few of the biggest names in tennis came together for Stars of the Open, an event to raise funds for Ukraine. NBA legend Jimmy Butler joined Carlos Alcaraz and Tiafoe on the court.
Butler’s love for tennis is well-known. He made his grand entrance, decked in the full attire of the ball crew. Butler’s appearance was preceded by his signature music, and the spectators cheered for him loudly when he ran out of the tunnel.
THAT’S @JImmyButler‘s MUSIC!
AND AS A BALL CREW MEMBER! pic.twitter.com/SQKJmcNalg
— US Open Tennis (@usopen) August 23, 2023
Butler did not just stay on the sidelines as a ball boy throughout the match though. At one point he grabbed a racket and played against Carlos. Butler was even able to win a point off the world number one.
Jimmy Butler just showed the world how to beat Carlos Alcaraz 👀 pic.twitter.com/k8WJYlY5Xh
— US Open Tennis (@usopen) August 23, 2023
Alcaraz and Frances were involved in a funny moment too. Both played a hilarious rally of shots. They sent volleys back and forth and Alcaraz won a point when Tiafoe hit one into the net.
If a better point of tennis has ever been played, we’ve never seen it 🤣 pic.twitter.com/udc6iGZkxx
— US Open Tennis (@usopen) August 23, 2023
It was an enjoyable event, one that even the crowd enjoyed immensely. At the end of the event, the organizers were able to raise $300,000 to help Ukraine.
The stars had a fun time too. It was a nice break from their hectic schedules. Carlos Alcaraz and Frances Tiafoe will be seen at the US Open, which will begin next week.