During a semifinal match at the US Open, a climate protest briefly interrupted the game between Coco Gauff and Karolina Muchova. Activists advocating for climate action unfurled a banner with a message urging climate change awareness. While the interruption was relatively short-lived, it underscores the increasing use of high-profile events to draw attention to urgent environmental issues. The incident serves as a reminder of the role sports events can play in raising awareness about global challenges like climate change, prompting discussions on the intersection of sports and activism.