
Aiava retires, denounces tennis culture as toxic and racist
Australian tennis player Destanee Aiava announced her retirement, criticizing the sport's culture as racist, misogynistic, homophobic and hostile, describing tennis as a 'toxic' relationship that cost her time and wellbeing; she peaked at world No. 147 at 17 and is currently No. 235, and thanked supporters while saying she will pursue a life of purpose beyond the tour.