Coco Gauff called out the Australian Open broadcast for filming her smash her racket

Coco Gauff’s Australian Open campaign ended in frustration at the quarterfinal stage, losing 6-1, 6-2 to Elina Svitolina. The world number three was open about her emotional response after the match and explained why she chose to smash her racquet away from the court.

Serena Williams' husband Alexis Ohanian says Coco Gauff "did not do anything wrong" in letting out her frustration and smashing a racket following a painful Australian Open exit.

After losing the at the Australian Open, the 21-year-old tennis star went viral afterward. Now, she’s opening up about what happened.

Coco Gauff faced heavy criticism after an emotional racket smash following her Australian Open quarterfinal loss to Elina Svitolina. Serena Williams and Alexis Ohanian quickly defended her, saying passion should not be shamed.

Alexis Ohanian was quick to defend Gauff. In his view, the moment reflected care, passion and investment, while having nothing with bad character. Serena Williams soon added her voice.

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Gauff's plea for privacy underscores a growing sentiment among athletes regarding the pressures of public scrutiny. As sports become increasingly commercialized, the line between public and private life has blurred, leaving players feeling vulnerable. Gauff's experience exemplifies the need for a structured approach to privacy in sports.

Following her Australian Open loss, Coco Gauff is calling for change after being caught on tape smashing her racket.