Select theme:

Search

Newsletter image

Subscribe to the Newsletter

Join 10k+ people to get notified about new posts, news and tips.

Do not worry we don't spam!

GDPR Compliance

We use cookies to ensure you get the best experience on our website. By continuing to use our site, you accept our use of cookies, Privacy Policy, and Terms of Service.

  • Home
  • Sport
  • Grand Slam champion given extra security after threatening harassment from fan – weeks after Raducanu stalker nightmare

Grand Slam champion given extra security after threatening harassment from fan – weeks after Raducanu stalker nightmare

Published on March 27, 2025 at 01:01 AM

Grand Slam champion given extra security after threatening harassment from fan – weeks after Raducanu stalker nightmare
Grand Slam champion given extra security after threatening harassment from fan - weeks after Raducanu stalker nightmare

IGA SWIATEK was dumped out of the Miami Open by the world No.140 – days after being threatened by a fan.

Security was beefed up for the tennis world No.1 after a spectator was reported for abusing her during a practice session last Sunday in Florida.

Iga Swiatek of Poland returning a tennis shot.
Iga Swiatek was threatened by a fan during a practice session at the Miami Open
Alexandra Eala of the Philippines celebrating a tennis victory.
The world No.1 was knocked out of the tournament by Alexandra Eala on Tuesday
Iga Swiatek on a tennis court.
Footage on social media showed a man harassing Swiatek from the stands during a training session

The individual – who allegedly has a history of online attacks against the 23-year-old Pole – was caught on camera verbally abusing her.

And then on Wednesday, the five-time Grand Slam champion, 23, ended up losing 6-2 7-5 to unseeded Alexandra Eala from the Philippines in the quarter-finals.

It is the greatest week in the career of Eala, a 19-year-old wildcard, who is breaking new ground for her country.

There is heightened scrutiny on player safety in tennis after Emma Raducanu was left in tears last month when she was targeted by a stalker at the Dubai Tennis Championships.

Tournament organisers for the Miami Open said: “We take the safety and security of all players and tournament attendees extremely seriously.

“We constantly evaluate any potential threats and take every measure to respond appropriately.

“To ensure the effectiveness of these efforts, we do not disclose the details of our security operations.”;

A spokesperson for Swiatek’s team said: “Security is a top priority.

CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS

“We monitor the network to catch these types of issues.

“Constructive criticism is one thing and threats, hate speech or even disturbance during training is another – this cannot be condoned.

“We reported the matter to the tournament organiser, as well as to the WTA, which reacted immediately and took additional precautions, such as additional security, for which we are very grateful.”;

Emma Raducanu wiping sweat from her face during a tennis match.
Emma Raducanu went through a stalker ordeal at the Dubai Open, resulting in heightened security for players
Moment Emma Raducanu clocks ‘fixated’ man in crowd & breaks down behind umpire’s chair before he’s ‘escorted out’
  • Share:
Super Admin

Super Admin

Moonpig greetings card featuring explicit images used in revenge porn attack
Prev Article

Moonpig greetings card featuring explicit images used in revenge porn attack

Next Article

Think times are tough now? Just wait til Labour’s ‘unexploded bomb’ detonates & causes REAL pain

Think times are tough now? Just wait til Labour’s ‘unexploded bomb’ detonates & causes REAL pain

Related to this topic:

Comments (0):

Be the first to write a comment.

Post Comment

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *