Over 424,000 fans queued for CORTIS's New York presale on June 9, leading to quick sellouts and immediate resale listings that upset supporters.
CORTIS launched presales for their first North American tour dates on June 9 for official fanclub members. The New York show drew more than 424,000 people into the queue for a 5,570-seat venue, with similar high demand reported across other cities. Fans expressed frustration over the small venue capacities, including Los Angeles at 6,026 seats, accusing BIGHIT and HYBE of underestimating the group's popularity. Multiple social media posts highlighted that hundreds of tickets appeared on resale sites within minutes of the presale opening. According to a source close to the agency, the ticketing method was intended to prioritize members but instead fueled stan tea about Ticketmaster's handling and the limited stops. The tour, announced earlier this year as Put Your Phone Down, begins in South Korea before moving to North America.
