A broadcaster has issued an apology after inappropriate comments about the ‘world’s hottest tennis star’ Aryna Sabalenka were aired on live TV
A TV channel has apologised about ‘shameful’ comments were made on air about the ‘world’s hottest tennis star’.
Aryna Sabalenka is in action at the WTA finals at Indian Wells this week and footage of her was broadcast ahead of her group stage clash with Karolína Muchová. The Belarussian blew a kiss to the camera as she rocked a tiny red top underneath a matching bomber jacket.
However, one journalist on beIN Sports didn’t realise he was on air, as the footage was broadcast with his comments over the top: “Look, look, look, she is horrible.”
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The footage was shared on social media, with one user describing the comments as “shameful” while another tagged beIN Sports France’s director of broadcast operations, programming and editorial Florent Houzot.
Houzot was quick to issue an apology: “I regret and strongly condemn the remarks made live on air this evening during the WTA Finals broadcast.
“These comments do not reflect the values of beIN SPORTS. I reaffirm our commitment to treating all athletes and contributors on our broadcasts with respect.”
However, the comments had no effect on Sabalenka, who beat her Czech rival in straight sets, 7-6, 7-5. She is now set to clash with Mirra Andreeva, who also won her opener in straight sets.
Sabalenka was beaten in their encounter, and when asked if she’s out for revenge, the Belarussian replied: “I mean, for sure, always. But that match was an incredible match. I’m not sure, but I think she won her first 1000 event at that time, and she played incredible tennis in the final.
“I remember it was a lot of moving, a lot of running, a lot of great tennis. And I’m looking forward, and I’ll take that match as a rematch mentality.”