swiatek backs coo gauff over australian open privacy concerns sydney, australia - i.e. swiatek, world number two, expressed support for american player coo gauff after gauff smashed her racket following her quarter‑final loss to elina svitolina. the incident was captured on camera and shared by broadcasters and on social media, sparking complaints from both players about the lack of private spaces at the tournament. swiatek, who was also caught on camera forgetting her accreditation, likened the constant observation to being treated as “animals in a zoo.” she called for more privacy for players outside of court and press duties. the issue has drawn mixed reactions, with some praise for gauff’s candidness and support from serena williams. the controversy highlights growing concerns about media intrusion in professional tennis.

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