Ukrainian tennis star Elina Svitolina has bravely spoken out against online abuse after revealing a stream of vile and threatening messages she received following her loss to Naomi Osaka at the 2025 Canadian Open in Montreal.
Svitolina, who has consistently stood as a strong voice for women in sport, took to social media to share screenshots of the shocking messages sent by angry sports bettors who blamed her for their lost bets. The messages were laced with abuse, misogyny, and vulgar language, prompting widespread outrage across the tennis community.
In response, Svitolina addressed the toxicity with a powerful statement, “To all the bettors: I'm a mom before I'm an athlete. The way you talk to women - to mothers - is SHAMEFUL. If your moms saw your messages, they'd be disgusted.”
Her words struck a chord across the sporting world, as fans, fellow athletes, and advocacy groups rallied behind her in support. Many praised Svitolina for not only standing up for herself but also for highlighting the broader issue of abuse toward female athletes, particularly mothers who juggle parenthood with elite competition.
This disturbing incident reignites a troubling trend in sports, where athletes, especially women, are often subjected to online harassment rooted in gambling losses. Svitolina’s callout sheds light on the emotional toll such behavior takes, and reminds the world that athletes are human beings first with families, feelings, and dignity.
As conversations about protecting players from abuse grow louder, Svitolina’s stand is a timely and courageous reminder that no result justifies hate and that betting losses are never an excuse for cruelty.
'Nothing Crazy!': Carlos Alcaraz's Candid Comment About Boring Break Leaves Jannik Sinner Smiling; Video
Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner, two of the biggest stars in tennis right now, shared a funny moment ahead of the Cincinnati Open 2025. After their big clash in the Wimbledon final, where Sinner won, the two met again during practice and talked about how they spent their time off.
When Sinner asked Alcaraz what he had been doing, the Spanish player replied, “Nothing crazy. I spent two weeks at home and one week in the south of Spain. It was nice. But three weeks at home during summer felt a bit boring. It was different. It had been a year since I saw all my friends and people doing whatever they want.” Sinner smiled at the comment, showing the friendly bond between the two players.
Alcaraz had taken a break after his Wimbledon loss to relax and recharge. He said he didn’t want to focus on the loss but instead on all the good things he achieved this year. Spending time with family and friends helped him recover mentally, even if he got a little bored!
Despite being rivals on the court, Alcaraz and Sinner share a great friendship off it. They often train and talk together, which fans really enjoy seeing.
Now, Alcaraz is ready to return for the hard court season, starting with the Cincinnati Open, as he prepares for the upcoming US Open. Even though the break was “boring,” it might have been just what he needed to come back stronger.
