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Barbora Krejcikova

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sports1 year ago

Tennis Channel Suspends Analyst Over Comments on Krejcikova's Appearance

Tennis Channel has indefinitely suspended analyst Jon Wertheim following inappropriate comments about tennis player Barbora Krejcikova's appearance, which were accidentally aired. Wertheim apologized for the remarks, acknowledging they were unprofessional and not reflective of his character. Krejcikova expressed disappointment that the focus was on her appearance rather than her performance. The Tennis Channel also issued an apology and emphasized its commitment to maintaining respectfulness.

sports1 year ago

Krejcikova Demands Respect After 'Unprofessional' Commentary

Barbora Krejcikova criticized the Tennis Channel for unprofessional remarks made about her appearance by journalist Jon Wertheim during a broadcast. Krejcikova, a top tennis player, emphasized the need for respect in sports media, highlighting that such comments detract from the sport's essence. Wertheim apologized, and the Tennis Channel has taken him off the air indefinitely, reaffirming their commitment to respectful conduct.

sports2 years ago

Teen Tennis Prodigy Andreeva Shines at Wimbledon, Advances to Third Round

16-year-old qualifier Mirra Andreeva advances to the third round of Wimbledon after No.10 seed Barbora Krejcikova retires due to a left leg injury. Andreeva, who has reached the third round in both of her main tour Grand Slam appearances, was leading 6-3, 4-0 when Krejcikova withdrew. This makes Andreeva the third-youngest player in the Open Era to reach the third round of Wimbledon as a qualifier. Andreeva will face either Anastasia Potapova or Kaja Juvan in the next round.

sports2 years ago

"French Open 2023: Highlights and Schedule Updates"

Coco Gauff overcame a slow start to beat Rebeka Masarova 3-6, 6-1, 6-2 and advance to the second round of the French Open. Ons Jabeur, the seventh seed, also won her first-round match against Lucia Bronzetti 6-4, 6-1, while 2021 champion Barbora Krejcikova lost to Lesia Tsurenko. World No. 4 Elena Rybakina and 16-year-old Russian Mirra Andreeva also advanced to the second round.