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In a serious game of tennis, even the smallest thing can make a big difference. The US Open 2023 is a grand stage where athletes show their skills and fight for victory. But sometimes, unexpected things happen. This is what occurred during the game between Sloane Stephens and Beatriz Haddad Maia. The match was important, but something out of the ordinary took everyone by surprise.

A match that was supposed to be serious took a funny turn because of an unexpected pause, but you know how it goes. When hunger calls, you have to do what you have to do, supposedly.

DoorDash delight halts US Open showdown between Sloane Stephens and Beatriz Haddad Maia

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In a moment that seemed somewhat bizarre and unbelievable, a fan was seen holding a bag of food from DoorDash, temporarily stopping the flow of the game. This shocking interruption stopped the game slightly. Both players looked at each other with confused expressions and a few blank eyes.

While it was funny, it shifted the focus away from competitions and onto routine day-to-day tasks.

Tennis is a sport where the players are generally very serious and competitive, following strict rules. However, there are times when something is light and funny. This was one of those moments during the game. People watching the game laughed, and the players seemed a little surprised at what was happening. Although, instances of play being interrupted by unexpected and often silly occurrences are not uncommon in tennis.

Regular instances of accidental on court quirky interruptions

It’s almost as if the universe conspires to inject a dose of everyday reality into the intensity of competition. Just a few weeks ago at the Canadian Open, another incident echoed the DoorDash interruption during the Sloane Stephens vs. Beatriz Haddad Maia match at the US Open.

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At a crucial moment, something totally out of the blue occurred. Just as the players were in the midst of a fiercely competitive part of the match, suddenly the song ‘Cotton Eye Joe’ by Rednex began to play from the stands. It felt like an unexpected and amusing interruption right in the middle of this intense game. This amusing incident not only brought smiles to the players but also to everyone watching the match.

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Pegula, in her post match interview stated: “I just thought it was funny. I’ve never had that happen, let alone with ‘Cotton-Eyed Joe’. I was, like, ‘Is this really happening right now?’ Of all the songs. It was just, like, what is going on?”

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As the US Open unfolds with its roster of stellar matches and nail-biting moments, the DoorDash pause during the Stephens vs. Haddad Maia match will stand as a testament to the unscripted nature of sports.

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