The best ‘seats’ at the U.S. Open go to about 100 people
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Around 500 people are invited to try out for the U.S. Open ball crew every year. Make the cut, and you get one of the best views in tennis. CNN’s Jon Sarlin went to Queens to see what it takes to make the team.
Breakdown
- The U.S. Open relies on a select ball crew to manage tennis balls during matches. 8s
- Crew members are chosen through a demanding tryout focused on agility and teamwork. 36s
- Key skills include retrieving, rolling, and servicing balls to players efficiently. 53s
- Servicing players requires reading nonverbal cues and delivering balls at the right height. 1m 59s
- The role is challenging but rewarding, with ongoing opportunities to improve. 2m 34s