Coco Gauff Criticizes Broadcasters After Racket Smash

Coco Gauff said video of her smashing a racket after her Australian Open quarterfinal 6-1, 6-2 loss to Elina Svitolina in 59 minutes was broadcast even though she sought a private area.

The footage, captured by a camera in a ramp area at Rod Laver Arena, circulated widely on social media and online broadcasts, raising questions about player privacy at the tournament.

Gauff told reporters she "tried to go somewhere where there were no cameras" and said players' only private space at the tournament is the locker room, according to her post-match comments.

Gauff committed 26 unforced errors, double-faulted five times in the first set and was beaten 6-1, 6-2 by Elina Svitolina in 59 minutes, match statistics show.

Gauff said "maybe some conversations can be had" about broadcasting private moments, a remark that could prompt discussions among players, broadcasters and tournament officials.