The Cincinnati Open 2025 saw an unusual twist on Monday when play was halted for 75 minutes due to a sudden power outage at the venue. The blackout left fans and players waiting in uncertainty, but the lights eventually came back on, and matches resumed without further disruption.

Top seeds Jannik Sinner and Stefanos Tsitsipas were among the players whose matches were affected by the delay. Both returned to court once power was restored, with the crowd’s energy quickly reigniting after the break.

Tournament officials confirmed that the outage was caused by a technical fault in the local grid, which was swiftly addressed by on-site engineers. While weather conditions were clear, the stoppage created a rare moment of stillness in what is usually a fast-paced tournament.

Fans inside the stadium passed the time chatting, checking their phones, and speculating on how the break might impact players’ momentum. On social media, the outage quickly became a trending topic, with tennis followers sharing lighthearted memes about “dark court tennis.”

Despite the interruption, the Cincinnati Open schedule remains intact, and organizers are confident the rest of the matches will proceed smoothly. For players like Sinner and Tsitsipas, staying mentally sharp during unexpected delays is all part of life on tour.

With the US Open just weeks away, every match here matters—not just for ranking points, but for building form and confidence. Fans can expect more thrilling action as the Cincinnati courts return to full power, both literally and figuratively.