First thing first: the Citi Open loves a small bag. We’re talking clutches, wristlets, and tiny crossbodies that hold your phone, sunscreen, and maybe a granola bar you’ll forget to eat.
Think of it like packing for a first date—only the essentials. If your bag looks like it could double as a weekend getaway suitcase, you’re doing it wrong.
Specifically, bags must be 14” x 14” x 6” or smaller. That’s roughly the size of a large paperback book or a very flat cat. (Please don’t bring a cat.)
What About Bigger Bags? (Cue Dramatic Music)
If you’re hoping to bring a backpack, a tote bag, or a messenger bag that’s bursting with snacks and backup shoes, you might be out of luck. Generally, those are a no-go unless you have a medical or parenting reason.
And no, “I really want to bring a picnic blanket and three novels” doesn’t count as a medical reason. That’s called a Saturday, not a tennis tournament.
So leave the giant bag at home or in the car. Your shoulders will thank you, and security definitely will.
