Overview
- Posting Monday on X and Facebook, the world No.4 said trolls sent hateful messages to his 13-year-old son, Toby.
- He thanked fans and sponsors for overwhelming support, saying the positive messages "deafen the noise" of negativity.
- Bunting said he plans to do a lot more social activities with his son in the coming year.
- The fourth seed was knocked out on Saturday in the third round at Alexandra Palace, losing 4-3 to James Hurrell.
- His statement followed earlier backlash to a "people's champion" remark, after which he became emotional in a press conference.