Influencers' ring lights disrupt Naomi Osaka's US Open match

Ring lights and flash photography from influencers disrupted Naomi Osaka's first-round US Open match so badly the umpire issued multiple warnings.

Why it mattersAs influencers gain more event access, they are disrupting athletes' ability to perform and affecting the experience of paying spectators who have travelled to watch the sport.

AustraliaNo direct Australian effect yet, but Australian tennis fans and players can see how influencer culture is affecting major sporting events globally.

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