WTA Backs Players After Coco Gauff Camera Row at Australian Open
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News18•29-01-2026, 20:42
WTA Backs Players After Coco Gauff Camera Row at Australian Open
- •WTA supports players' call for greater privacy after Coco Gauff's racket-smashing moment was broadcast globally.
- •Gauff's frustration after her Australian Open quarter-final loss was filmed despite her seeking a camera-free space.
- •Leading players like Iga Swiatek, Jessica Pegula, and Amanda Anisimova supported Gauff, highlighting the lack of private off-court areas.
- •WTA Chair Valerie Camillo called players' concerns "completely valid" and emphasized the need for recovery spaces away from scrutiny.
- •Tennis Australia acknowledged the need for compromise, stating they will listen to players and make necessary adjustments regarding camera placement.
Why It Matters: WTA supports players' privacy concerns after Coco Gauff incident, prompting a review of camera placement at tournaments.
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