Honestly, it's brutal," Roddick Criticizes the US Open Awards Ceremony
A finalist at the US Open, her second this season, Anisimova had to go through the usual post-match interview. Very emotional, the American couldn't hold back her tears.
This situation sparked both compassion and anger from her compatriot Andy Roddick. Highly respected thanks to his podcast *Served with Andy Roddick*, the former champion lamented the length of the US Open awards ceremony, which he felt was longer than usual.
"Honestly, it's brutal. She's standing there, hasn't even hugged anyone yet, and she already has to go to the microphone. At that moment, the goal is just to get through it without breaking down. I understand the tradition, I like the trophy presentation.
But the wait seems long. Tonight, it felt longer than usual. They could shorten the ceremony: let the runner-up acknowledge the crowd, then leave the stage to applause. Otherwise, it ends awkwardly.
And what about the whole handing out millions of dollars on stage? It's always weird. Believe me, every player would give up that check for the win. Without hesitation.
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