Bautista Agut calls Melbourne quarantine a prison and then apologizes

Tuesday, 19 January 2021 at 17:30

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World no. 13 Roberto Bautista Agut is among those who haven't enjoyed the Melbourne quarantine for the last couple of days, calling it a prison with Wi-Fi.

A few hours later, Roberto released a statement with an official apology, saying his words were taken out of context and that he and his coach follow all the rules and measures applied by authorities.

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"It's the same, with Wi-Fi. The Melbourne hotel quarantine looked like a prison. These people have no idea about anything. It's a complete disaster because of that, because of the control of everything. You can work in the room, but it is not the same. I cannot imagine staying for two weeks like this. I will have to work a lot mentally. The control of everything isn't Tennis Australia. It's with the government", Roberto Bautista Agut said in the controversial interview.

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"I want to apologize to everyone who has been offended by the video posted about me recently. It is a private conversation taken out of context that has unfortunately been released to the media without my knowledge or consent. My coach and I follow the Australian government's protocols and Tennis Australia to avoid any risk and guarantee to compete again safely.

These are hard times for athletes and society in general. I thank all the people who are making playing tennis possible again. As well as all those who fight against Covid-19 every day. The management that has been made in Australia to prevent the spread of the virus is admirable," Roberto Bautista Agut stated.