Why are tennis players like Coco Gauff asking for more privacy?

Coco Gauff expressed distress after cameras captured her private emotional moments, like smashing a racquet, and stated players need more private spaces during tournaments.

What did Iga Swiatek say about player observation?

Iga Swiatek likened the constant observation of players to being 'animals in the zoo' and expressed a desire for more personal space away from cameras.

Which players have supported the call for privacy?

Serena Williams and Jessica Pegula have publicly supported Coco Gauff and Iga Swiatek in their calls for greater privacy during tournaments.

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Tennis Stars Demand Privacy Amidst Public Scrutiny

28 Jan

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Summary

Coco Gauff expressed distress over cameras capturing her racquet smash.
Iga Swiatek likened player observation to being 'animals in the zoo'.
Players are seeking more private spaces during tournaments.

Tennis Stars Demand Privacy Amidst Public Scrutiny

Tennis players are voicing strong concerns about privacy during tournaments, feeling under constant surveillance.

Coco Gauff recently expressed her distress after cameras captured her smashing a racquet following a loss at the Australian Open quarter-finals. She explained she was seeking a private moment to manage her emotions, feeling that the only truly private space available was the locker room.

Iga Swiatek echoed these sentiments, comparing the experience to being "animals in the zoo" and advocating for more personal space away from the cameras. She also recounted a recent incident where she was denied access to an area due to accreditation issues, which was then filmed and circulated online.