Krejcikova Calls for Professionalism in Sports Media

Czech tennis star Barbora Krejcikova criticized remarks made about her appearance during the WTA Finals, urging for respect and professionalism in sports media. The incident involved a comment by journalist Jon Wertheim on the Tennis Channel, which Krejcikova addressed in a social media post.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 10-11-2024 16:58 IST | Created: 10-11-2024 16:58 IST
Krejcikova Calls for Professionalism in Sports Media
Barbora Krejcikova

Czech tennis star Barbora Krejcikova has publicly condemned recent comments made about her appearance during the WTA Finals. Speaking out on social media, Krejcikova called for greater respect and professionalism in sports media.

The incident occurred when Tennis Channel journalist Jon Wertheim, unaware he was on air, commented on Krejcikova's forehead. This sparked criticism on social media and led Krejcikova to voice her disappointment in a post.

Highlighting the frequency of such incidents, the world-renowned athlete expressed the need for media to honor athletes' dedication, emphasizing her deep love for tennis and desire for respectful representation.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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