Iga Swiatek subjected to ‘threats’ and ‘hate speech’ from Miami Open spectator
- Iga Swiatek is receiving additional security at the Miami Open after being verbally harassed by a spectator during practice, as reported by BBC Sport.
- A spokesperson for Swiatek emphasized that threats and disturbances during training cannot be condoned, highlighting the importance of player safety.
- The Miami Open confirmed its commitment to player security, stating, "We take the safety and security of all players and tournament attendees extremely seriously."
- The spectator has a history of sending harassing messages to Swiatek, prompting concerns about player safety from tournament organizers and the WTA.
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Iga Świątek Verbally Harassed by 'Aggressive' Fan During Miami Open Practice
“We take the safety and security of all players and tournament attendees extremely seriously,” the Miami Open said in a statement to PEOPLEFoto Olimpik/NurPhoto via Getty Iga Świątek in Miami on March 26, 2025.Tennis player Iga Świątek was targeted by a man who was “aggressive and taunting” her during her Saturday, March 22, practice session at the Miami Open, according to BBC Sport.Świątek, 23, was practicing on Saturday when the aggressor star…
Iga Swiatek taunted by ‘aggressive’ fan at Miami Open after he harassed her online
Tennis world No. 2 Iga Swiatek received increased security after she was targeted by a man who was "aggressive and taunting" her Saturday during a practice session at the Miami Open, according to BBC Sport.
Grand Slam champ given extra security after threatening harassment from fan
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. GettyIga Swiatek was threatened by a fan during a practice session at the Miami Open[/caption] GettyThe world No.1 was knocked out of the tournament by Alexandra Eala on Tuesday[/caption] RedditFoot…
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