TENNIS WORLD DETONATED: Xisca Perelló’s Explosive Accusation Against Novak Djokovic—Claims of Sexist Schemes Targeting Her and Nadal’s Newborn Ignite Fury Among Fans
In a seismic shock that has rocked the tennis world to its core, Mery “Xisca” Perelló, wife of tennis legend Rafael Nadal, has unleashed a bombshell accusation against Novak Djokovic, one of the sport’s most polarizing figures. In a rare and stunning public statement, Perelló alleged that Djokovic engaged in what she described as “sexist plots” concerning her and Nadal’s newborn child, plunging the sport into a maelstrom of controversy. The claims, which surfaced just as Djokovic was publicly praising the couple’s new baby, have sparked outrage, divided fans, and set social media ablaze with heated debates that threaten to fracture tennis’s global community.
The saga began innocuously enough. Following the announcement of Nadal and Perelló’s second child, born secretly in Mallorca, Djokovic, fresh off a tournament appearance, offered warm congratulations during a press conference. “Rafa and Xisca must be overjoyed,” he said, smiling. “A new baby is a blessing, and I wish them all the happiness.” The gesture seemed heartfelt, a rare moment of camaraderie between two titans whose rivalry has defined an era. Fans across the globe nodded in approval, celebrating what appeared to be a display of sportsmanship. But the harmony was short-lived.
Hours later, Perelló took to a private social media platform, typically reserved for close friends and family, to drop a bombshell that would soon leak to the public. In a post dripping with indignation, she accused Djokovic of harboring “sexist motives” and spreading private insinuations about the gender of her and Nadal’s newborn. According to sources close to the Nadal family, Perelló claimed that Djokovic had made backchannel comments to mutual acquaintances, suggesting that the couple’s joy over their child—a girl, per recent reports—was somehow less significant because of her gender. “He thinks he can judge our family’s happiness,” Perelló reportedly wrote. “His words are not just disrespectful—they’re dangerous.”
The accusation landed like a thunderbolt. Tennis fans, already accustomed to the intense Nadal-Djokovic rivalry, were blindsided by the personal nature of the attack. Social media erupted, with #XiscaSpeaks and #DjokovicSexist trending worldwide. Supporters of Perelló flooded platforms with messages of solidarity, praising her for calling out what they saw as an unforgivable breach of decorum. “Xisca is a queen standing up for her family,” one fan tweeted. “Djokovic crossed a line nobody should touch.” Others, however, rallied to Djokovic’s defense, arguing that Perelló’s claims were vague and possibly misinterpreted. “Novak was nothing but kind,” a Djokovic fan countered. “This feels like a smear campaign.”
Details of the alleged “sexist plots” remain murky, fueling speculation. Insiders suggest that Djokovic’s comments, if they occurred, were made in jest during a casual conversation, perhaps misinterpreted as a slight against the Nadals’ daughter. Others whisper of a deeper rift, with some alleging that Djokovic’s remarks hinted at outdated views on family dynamics in the spotlight of professional sports. Whatever the truth, Perelló’s decision to go public has escalated the matter into a full-blown scandal, with the tennis world dissecting every word and gesture for clues.
Djokovic, for his part, has remained uncharacteristically silent, issuing only a brief statement through his team: “I respect Rafa and his family deeply. Any misunderstanding will be addressed privately.” The restraint has done little to quell the storm. Critics argue that his failure to directly deny the accusations lends credence to Perelló’s claims, while supporters insist he’s avoiding a public spat out of respect. Meanwhile, Nadal himself has yet to comment, though sources say he’s “furious” but focused on protecting his family’s privacy during this turbulent time.
The fallout is already reshaping the sport’s landscape. Women’s tennis advocates have seized on the controversy, calling for greater accountability among male players for their off-court behavior. “If true, this is a wake-up call,” a prominent tennis commentator said. “No one, not even a legend like Djokovic, is above scrutiny.” Others warn that the scandal risks overshadowing the joy of Nadal and Perelló’s growing family, turning a private milestone into a public battleground.
As the tennis world braces for what’s next, one thing is clear: Perelló’s accusation has struck a nerve, exposing fault lines in a sport that prides itself on unity. Whether Djokovic can repair the damage—or whether Perelló’s claims will redefine his legacy—remains to be seen. For now, fans are left grappling with a narrative that pits two titans’ families against each other, with a newborn caught in the crossfire. The court of public opinion is in session, and the verdict is anyone’s guess.
