Overview

• Emma Raducanu sought safety behind an umpire's chair during a match after feeling threatened by a man in the crowd who had previously approached her in public.
• Stalking and harassment of female tennis players are alarmingly common, with incidents involving Katie Boulter, Danielle Collins, and Coco Gauff also being reported.
• The Women’s Tennis Association (WTA) has implemented safeguarding measures, including AI-powered monitoring and mental health support, but challenges persist in fully addressing these threats.
• Social media abuse, often from gamblers, compounds the harassment faced by female players, with many receiving violent or demeaning messages regularly.
• Experts and advocates argue that systemic sexism within sports culture contributes to the lack of accountability and prioritization of athlete safety, leaving women disproportionately vulnerable.