The Honey Deuce cocktail is a staple at the US Open tennis tournament. It combines vodka, lemonade, and raspberry liqueur, garnished with melon balls that resemble tennis balls. This drink is expected to be enjoyed by thousands of fans visiting the event.

The US Open’s reputation for a lively atmosphere continues to grow. Recently, tennis star Aryna Sabalenka paused her match due to a strong marijuana odor in the stadium. This incident took place during her match against Uzbekistan’s Kamilla Rakhimova in Queens. Sabalenka spoke to the crowd and addressed the issue with umpire Eva Asderaki-Moore.

Someone is smoking weed,” Sabalenka commented, “Do you mind? Because it’s so strong.

Despite the distraction, Sabalenka won her match. This event brings attention to the ongoing issue of marijuana use at the US Open. Since the legalization of weed in New York City, the presence of its smell has become more common around the court areas.

Local dispensaries, like Silk Road, are even delivering marijuana to tennis fans. Tre Davidson, a manager at Silk Road, remarked that weed makes tennis more entertaining.

While having a good time is part of the experience, it’s important not to impact those who prefer not to participate in such activities, especially athletes. An alternative suggested is for fans to use edibles instead of smoking, allowing athletes to enjoy the fresh New York City air during their matches.