The Open Madrid Tournament has been surrounded by intense emotions, not only because of what happened on the track, but also because of the tension that was lived outside it. After the controversy that shook international media, whereCoco Gauff was hard attackedby a racist phrase launched by a medium:“Shut up, black!”, the young American tennis player could not contain the tears.
However, what really turned on the networks and surprised the world of tennis was theUnexpected and forceful response from Aryna Sabalenka. In a press conference after the game, the number one beamorrusa spoke with a message that many described as mature, empathetic and disarming.
“I think Coco Gauff was too impulsive at a time of very pressure,”Di Sabalenka.
“He failed to keep calm, but I hope everyone can forgive her. I honestly, I don’t hold a grudge for those words.”
The eight words that captured all the attention were:
“I hope everyone can forgive her, me too.”
With this gesture, Sabalenka not only fell importance to what happened, but also sent a message of union and maturity that was widely praised by fans and colleagues.
A gesture that turns off the fire
Far from feeding the conflict more, Sabalenka chose the path of understanding, stressing that all players, even the most talented,They can make mistakes when they are under extreme pressure. His statement has been shared thousands of times on social networks, with comments that highlight their professional and human attitude.
The situation, which seemed about to overflow, found an unexpected closure thanks to the temperance and empathy of one of the most influential figures of the women’s circuit.
