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[^2]\n\nDuring Naomi Osaka's first-round match at the 2026 US Open, a spectator used a bright ring light to take pictures, and a group of fans in a suite recorded themselves animatedly, causing disruption. [^3]\n\nSabalenka said she asked fans not to smoke near the courts, saying it was tricky to handle the smell while competing. [^4]\n\nUSTA spokesman Brendan McIntyre said the facility is maintained as a smoke-free environment. [^5]\n\nSpectators were allegedly using portable lights, such as ring lights, to capture photos during the live matchplay. [^6]\n\nSabalenka stated she had never smelled the odor so strong as she did while serving early in the match against Kamilla Rakhimova. [^7]\n\nSabalenka told the umpire that she hopes officials will be more aware of marijuana use around the tennis courts. [^8]\n\nDuring the US Open, influencers with ring lights in a suite disrupted the match between Naomi Osaka and Anastasia Zakharova to the extent that the tournament posted a sign asking attendees to refrain from flash photography or other lighting. [^9]\n\nSome influencers are paid six figures to create content covering the US Open, transforming the tournament into a high-payout content hub. [^10]\n\nThe article states that tennis enthusiasts continue to attend the US Open in droves, undeterred by the influencer incidents. [^11]\n\nUS Open spokesperson Brendan McIntyre said the tournament is excited to see new fans attending but reminded them not to interfere with the action and competition on the court. 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