Tennis, unlike football or other sports, has a gentlemanship/ladyship about it that makes it appealing. John McEnroe upset the tennis world with his cussing. They wouldn't tolerate it in golf either.
Serena Williams should learn to play by the rules.
Did Serena Williams Deserve $2,000 Fine for U.S. Open Outburst?
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2011/09/12 19:00:00
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Not only did Serena Williams lose in the final round of the women's singles championship at the U.S. Open on Sunday, she had to cough up $2,000 for an outburst.
The 29-year-old tennis star was fined $2,000 for a verbal outburst against a chair umpire in the middle of the finals match, played against Samantha Stosur. According to ESPN, she "berated" Eva Asderaki when the umpire gave Stosur a point because Williams shouted "Come on!" while her opponent was still swinging.
Williams was infuriated by the ump's call and began yelling things like, "Are you the one that screwed me over last time? ... You're out of control ... You're a hater, and you're just unattractive inside ... Really, don't even look at me."
Judges supported the umpire's decision, though they don't think it would have affected Stosur's return. However, Williams ultimately took a solid beating, losing 6-2, 6-3.
But some say she's lucky to get off with just a fine.
Grand Slam committee director Bill Babcock, with the U.S. Tennis Association, told ESPN, "Williams' conduct, while verbally abusive, does not rise to the level of a major offense under the Grand Slam Code of Conduct."
A "major offense" could have resulted in a suspension.
Of course, Williams won't come home empty handed. She reportedly won $900,000 for coming in second, and an additional $500,000 for placing first in the overall U.S. Open Series standings. So she still came out with a respectable $1,398,000 profit.
She later said of the outburst, "I don't even remember what I said. It was just so intense out there. ... I guess I'll see it on YouTube."
And so will we.
The 29-year-old tennis star was fined $2,000 for a verbal outburst against a chair umpire in the middle of the finals match, played against Samantha Stosur. According to ESPN, she "berated" Eva Asderaki when the umpire gave Stosur a point because Williams shouted "Come on!" while her opponent was still swinging.
Williams was infuriated by the ump's call and began yelling things like, "Are you the one that screwed me over last time? ... You're out of control ... You're a hater, and you're just unattractive inside ... Really, don't even look at me."
Judges supported the umpire's decision, though they don't think it would have affected Stosur's return. However, Williams ultimately took a solid beating, losing 6-2, 6-3.
But some say she's lucky to get off with just a fine.
Grand Slam committee director Bill Babcock, with the U.S. Tennis Association, told ESPN, "Williams' conduct, while verbally abusive, does not rise to the level of a major offense under the Grand Slam Code of Conduct."
A "major offense" could have resulted in a suspension.
Of course, Williams won't come home empty handed. She reportedly won $900,000 for coming in second, and an additional $500,000 for placing first in the overall U.S. Open Series standings. So she still came out with a respectable $1,398,000 profit.
She later said of the outburst, "I don't even remember what I said. It was just so intense out there. ... I guess I'll see it on YouTube."
And so will we.
Top Opinion
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Fef 2011/09/12 21:03:55
was not larger. Even her mother appeared embarrassed by her attitude. Her post-match
"friendliness" toward her gracious opponent didn't fool anyone. Shame on you, Serena.
If her behavior was so bad, she would be suspended. That won't happen, her outburst was good for ratings.
They should fine tennis players REAL money for such outbursts, not just $2k for a player who's earned millions in prize money and endorsements. Then the players will think twice before they spout off.
Athletes... pfffft.
if not for isolated bad behavior, then for setting the stage for others
to follow in his wake.
He was one of the first I remember who put us on that downward slide.
Then we'd hear about the Rolling Stones, trashing a hotel suite. Celebs
throwing phones, beans and tantrums in public. Bjork charging at fans
in the airports.
Somewhere along the way, it became 'cool' to be notorious in some way. :O(
Height or weight?
Religion?
Hmmm... what *other* possible factor could come into play
when I'm discussing a sodahead question with YOU?
That's a tough one. Can you put words to it?
who acts out.
The ones who actually fight have no business laying hands on anyone.
The ones who simply mouth off pave the way for further, much worse
verbal intimidation in years to come.
People in the public eye receive praise and adoration from the public,
or they can receive scorn. There's not nearly enough scorn, anymore.
That's the only problem I see here... being bad should be a shameful thing.
FWIW, being tall makes you stand out... not always good, by any means.
But back on topic . I mean just look at the different reactions to sports. Stars while I think acting all is all bad some sports people just act like it is a part of the game . And write it off .Others oh lord. And lets not even get in to the Euros and soccer .
norm rather than the exception.