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Rice Shines Amidst Stadium Distraction
23 Feb
Summary
- Declan Rice was shown a photo of his wife during a match.
- The Arsenal midfielder ignored the provocation and played well.
- His wife previously closed social media due to harassment.
In a recent Premier League derby match between Tottenham and Arsenal, an unsportsmanlike incident occurred at the Tottenham Stadium. As Arsenal midfielder Declan Rice approached the corner flag, a home fan displayed a picture of his wife on a mobile phone. This gesture was widely condemned as ugly and unnecessary.
Fortunately, Rice appeared unaware of the fan's action and continued to focus on the game. He played a significant role in the match, which Arsenal won 1-4. This unfortunate event casts a shadow on the sport, especially given that Rice's family has previously been subjected to online harassment concerning his wife, Lauren Fryer.
The pressure from this harassment led Fryer to close her social media accounts. Support came from figures like Rebekah Vardy, who called the treatment of Fryer disgusting and criticized the anonymity offered by online platforms. Despite the off-field distractions, Rice demonstrated remarkable character and resilience during the game.
