Social Media Buzz
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Taylor Townsend Absent From China Swing Following Food-Related Controversy
Taylor Townsend’s season took an unexpected turn last week after a controversy during the Billie Jean King Cup in China. Backlash Over Comments on Chinese Cuisine The doubles World No. 2 faced intense criticism for mocking traditional Chinese dishes on social media. In one video from the official players’ dinner, she described bullfrog dishes as…
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What the WTA World Is Saying: Swiatek’s Hat Secret, Williams Sisters’ Podcast & More Buzz
No more play today at the Seoul WTA 500 — all remaining Tuesday matches have been moved to tomorrow. So we’ve got time to serve up a social‑media buzz roundup you won’t want to miss.In this edition: Iga Swiatek, rising star Iva Jovic, Serena and Venus Williams, Naomi Osaka, Taylor Townsend, and Angelique Kerber. Iga…
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Andy Roddick: It’s Not If, but When Amanda Anisimova Wins a Grand Slam
The 2025 US Open reached its climax in New York with Aryna Sabalenka sealing her fourth Grand Slam crown in commanding fashion, defeating Amanda Anisimova in straight sets. While the Belarusian cemented her dominance, it was the 23-year-old American who earned plaudits for her remarkable resurgence this summer. On his Quick Served Podcast (YouTube), 2004…
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Wimbledon Champ Vondrousova Blasts Brad Gilbert for Insensitive US Open Injury Take
Marketa Vondrousova’s inspiring run at the US Open ended not with a racquet drop, but with a heartbreaking decision to protect her body. Just hours before her quarterfinal showdown with Aryna Sabalenka, the reigning Wimbledon champion felt her knee flare up during warm-up—and made the only call a responsible athlete can: she withdrew. Sabalenka responded…
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Iga Swiatek Turns 1–5 Deficit Into US Open Comeback Masterclass
Iga Swiatek is through to the last 16 of the US Open after rallying past Anna Kalinskaya 7–6, 6–4 in a gripping encounter that tested both her patience and adaptability. The victory marks her second win over the Russian in just a few weeks, having also prevailed in Cincinnati. The world No. 2 endured a…
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In Case You Missed It: Jelena Ostapenko vs Taylor Townsend, US Open R2 Drama
On-Court Clash Taylor Townsend shocked Jelena Ostapenko in straight sets, 7-5, 6-1, advancing to the third round of the US Open in style. But the real drama unfolded at the net. Ostapenko accused Townsend of having “no class” and “no education,” citing her refusal to apologize for a net-cord winner and her unusual pre-match warm-up.…
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When WTA Meets WTH in Cincinnati: Social Media Banter and Fan Reactions
Cincinnati is sizzling—and not just because of the heat on court. As García and Muchová push each other to the limits in a high-stakes showdown, social media is firing back with its own version of a rally: quick-hit jokes, witty one-liners, and laugh-out-loud memes. Here’s a courtside seat to the funniest posts lighting up Twitter…