Krejcikova Criticizes Wertheim's Comments on Appearance

Wimbledon champion Barbora Krejcikova has criticized American journalist Jon Wertheim for making derogatory comments about her appearance during a live broadcast on Tennis Channel, where he remarked, 'Look at the forehead when Krejcikova and Zheng take the court.' Krejcikova, who lost in the semifinals of the WTA Finals in Saudi Arabia, expressed her disappointment on social media, calling for 'respect and professionalism in sports media.' She emphasized that such commentary detracts from the essence of sports and the dedication athletes display. Wertheim later apologized for his remarks, acknowledging their inappropriateness. Krejcikova's response has sparked discussions about the treatment of female athletes and the need for respectful discourse in sports journalism. This incident recalls past controversies, such as a 2013 BBC comment about Marion Bartoli's appearance after winning Wimbledon.