Cameraman clash: Collins defends Raducanu in Strasbourg
During the tennis tournament in Strasbourg, a controversial situation arose involving a cameraman and the British player Emma Raducanu. The incident captured the attention of Danielle Collins, Raducanu's opponent, who reacted to what she deemed inappropriate behaviour by the cameraman.
Key information
- The cameraman was accused of inappropriate behaviour towards Emma Raducanu.
- Danielle Collins intervened, requesting more space for the players.
- The incident occurred during the Internationaux de Strasbourg tournament.
Incident on the court
During the tennis match in Strasbourg, part of the Internationaux de Strasbourg tournament, there was an unpleasant incident involving the cameraman and British tennis player Emma Raducanu. The cameraman was accused of getting too close to the player, prompting a reaction from her opponent, Danielle Collins.
American tennis player Danielle Collins, known for her outspoken character, pointed out to the cameraman that he should maintain a greater distance. During a break in the third set, Collins remarked, "You don’t need to be that close to me, and you don’t need to be on top of Emma. It’s wildly inappropriate."
Inappropriate cameraman behaviour
According to the "Metro" portal, Emma Raducanu, who had to take a medical break earlier in the match due to lower back issues, also felt uncomfortable with the cameraman's presence.
"I was standing as it was a bit more comfortable. Then, [Collins] came to fill a bottle up and was saying how the cameraman was really close and it felt a bit inappropriate," explained Raducanu.
Danielle Collins, known for her expressive temperament, has found herself at the centre of attention before. As highlighted by the British portal "Metro", her direct approach to rivals and situations on the court has earned her both supporters and critics. She has previously had conflicts with other players.
