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Coco Gauff says racist online abuse at China Open was 'draining'
Original: Coco Gauff says online racist abuse during China Open was ‘draining’ after loss to Mertens By Agencies American involved
Coco Gauff said she was subjected to racist abuse online during the China Open, describing the experience as 'draining' after her loss to Elise Mertens. The American had been involved in a disputed point during the tournament, which appears to have drawn hostile reactions directed at her on social media. Her comments have renewed attention on the abuse players face online and the toll it takes.
Why now: A high-profile player speaking publicly about racist abuse after a disputed moment at a major tournament has sparked debate about online harassment in tennis.
Coco GauffElise MertensChina Open
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- Coco Gauff says online racist abuse during China Open was ‘draining’ after loss to Mertens By Agencies American involved in disputed point during tournament https://www. theguardian.com/sport/2026/oct /07/coco-gauff-racist-abuse-online-china-open-disputed-point # CocoGauff #… · guardianfeeds@rssfeed.media · 1
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