Accidental $10,000 Taylor Swift Ticket Purchase: Fan's Presale Ordeal

A devoted Taylor Swift fan in Australia recently shared her dramatic experience navigating the highly competitive Amex presale for the Eras Tour, which culminated in an unexpected $10,000 charge for tickets. The fan, who identifies as a "Swiftie," recounted the chaotic morning when the ticketing site crashed, forcing her to open multiple browser windows in a desperate attempt to secure seats. "I was literally shaking at this point, full drama queen vibes," she stated, describing the intense pressure of the presale. After successfully getting tickets to appear across several windows, she selected what she believed to be two tickets for herself and her sister. However, upon clicking "checkout," she discovered a charge of $10,000. "I froze. My heart literally stopped," she explained, detailing her panic and hyperventilation. Her father later messaged her, confirming the substantial charge on their Amex account. Fortunately, the issue was resolved, and she managed to secure two VIP tickets. She clarified that she is not a "scalper" and plans to sell the additional tickets at face value to friends and family who missed out.