Players notice marijuana smell around US Open courts in New York
3 sources • 2 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 3:25 PM
Last updated Aug 29, 2026
At the US Open, players have commented on the noticeable smell of marijuana surrounding the courts at Flushing Meadows, largely originating from nearby Corona Park. While marijuana is legal for adults in New York, smoking is prohibited on the tournament grounds. British number one Katie Boulter expressed that the aroma can be distracting during matches, although she acknowledged it is part of the New York environment. The USTA stated they cannot control activities outside their grounds but remain vigilant about conditions inside. Players continue to adapt as the tournament progresses.
- •Marijuana is legal for adults in New York; smoking is not allowed on site.
- •Players like Katie Boulter find the smell distracting during matches.
- •USTA acknowledges marijuana aroma from surrounding areas.
- •The environment features a blend of recreational and competitive elements.
- •Tournament matches are ongoing as players adjust to the atmosphere.
- 4:19 PMESPN Tennis — Brits at US Open complain of marijuana smell
- 10:03 AMYahoo Sports — Back on the grass? US Open’s courts overtaken by smell of marijuana
- 9:57 AMThe Guardian Sport — Keep off the grass: British tennis players complain of marijuana smell at US Open
"Aroma wafts over practice courts from nearby park Katie Boulter: ‘I’ve experienced it. I’m not a huge fan’ Britain’s US Open hopefuls thought they had put the grass behind them when Wimbledon finished, but the smell of it is all around Flushing Meadows and they are not happy about it. Marijuana is legal for adults in New York and while smoking is not allowed on site, the aroma of weed wafts over some outside courts from the nearby Corona Park. Continue reading...
"Britain’s US Open hopefuls thought they had put the grass behind them when Wimbledon finished – but the smell of it is all around Flushing Meadows. Marijuana is legal for adults in New York and while smoking is not allowed on site, the aroma of weed wafts over some outside courts from the nearby Corona Park.
"Britain's US Open hopefuls thought they had put the grass behind them when Wimbledon finished -- but the smell of it is all around Flushing Meadows.
Sources
External links- ESPN TennisAug 29, 2026, 4:19 PMBrits at US Open complain of marijuana smell
Britain's US Open hopefuls thought they had put the grass behind them when Wimbledon finished -- but the smell of it is all around Flushing Meadows.
- Yahoo SportsAug 29, 2026, 10:03 AMBack on the grass? US Open’s courts overtaken by smell of marijuana
Britain’s US Open hopefuls thought they had put the grass behind them when Wimbledon finished – but the smell of it is all around Flushing Meadows. Marijuana is legal for adults in New York and while smoking is not allowed on site, the aroma of weed wafts over some outside courts from the nearby Corona Park.
- The Guardian SportAug 29, 2026, 9:57 AMKeep off the grass: British tennis players complain of marijuana smell at US Open
Aroma wafts over practice courts from nearby park Katie Boulter: ‘I’ve experienced it. I’m not a huge fan’ Britain’s US Open hopefuls thought they had put the grass behind them when Wimbledon finished, but the smell of it is all around Flushing Meadows and they are not happy about it. Marijuana is legal for adults in New York and while smoking is not allowed on site, the aroma of weed wafts over some outside courts from the nearby Corona Park. Continue reading...
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