It was during Saturday’s training that the supporter showed up and was aggressive and scornful. It must have been about insults to Swiatek’s family.
The man must also have sent offensive messages on the Polish social media accounts.
– The incident in Miami seems to be a direct transition from verbal aggression online to harassment in the real world. He was aggressive and mockery, Says representatives of Swiatek to the BBC.
In the same half as Raducanu
The incident was reported directly to the organizer, who took action. Even before the tournament, security was increased, especially Emma Raducanu, which for some time was persecuted by a stalker who traveled to various tournaments. She is now followed by up to five guards.
In the quarterfinals, Swiatek will meet the Filipino sensation Alexandra Eala, 19, who since the age of 13 has been a recurring guest at Rafael Nadal’s academy in Mallorca: “It has been my second home”.
In the second quarterfinals on the same half, Raducanu will meet Jessica Pegula.
A day ago, the Russian star shot Mirra Andreeva, 17, showed hatred she received on social media.