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WTA Finals: Aryna Sabalenka apologises after viral clip of her swearing during Elina Svitolina defeat
Sabalenka said her remarks were aimed at rowdy fans, not Elina Svitolina, after a viral clip sparked debate over the on-court outburst.
- On Tuesday, journalist Matthieu Solier was overheard calling Aryna Sabalenka 'horrible' during beIN Sports' WTA Finals coverage in Indian Wells, California, with the hot-mic remark inadvertently broadcast to viewers.
- Executive Florent Houzot condemned the remarks, stating, "These comments do not reflect the values of beIN SPORTS," and reaffirmed the network's commitment to treating all athletes with respect.
- This marks the second hot-mic lapse at the WTA Finals; Jessica Pegula was previously caught airing private views on rival Mirra Andreeva, indicating a systemic issue with broadcast audio protocols.
- The incident heightens scrutiny on beIN Sports as the broadcaster prepares to launch ATP Tour coverage in France beginning in 2028, making professional standards critical to protecting its multi-year tennis portfolio.
- Aryna Sabalenka, the world No. 1 with four Grand Slam titles, has not commented on the incident, continuing her campaign after dispatching Karolina Muchova in straight sets at the tournament.
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Aryna Sabalenka is critical of an alleged outburst of anger against Ukrainians. Now the Belarusian defends herself against the allegations.
·Berlin, Germany
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Aryna Sabalenka is indignant at the WTA Finals with an evil insult against Elina Svitolina. She admits the frenzy and apologizes.
·Berlin, Germany
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Belarusian tennis player lost with Elina Svitolin in the WTA Finals, was caught uttering insults in Russian and clarified the situation on social networks
·Lisboa, Portugal
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Tennis-Sabalenka apologies for outburst during loss to Svitolina
By Rory Carroll INDIAN WELLS, California, Nov 14 (Reuters) - Aryna Sabalenka apologised on Saturday for her angry outburst during her defeat by Ukraine's Elina Svitolina at the WTA Finals. Television footage appeared to show the Belarusian swearing d...
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