This video is actually making me angry Some fans need to stop being so entitled and expect overworked professional athletes - especially literal teenagers - to be available for them at any given time and place Also, a little courtesy goes a long way…
(VIDEO) Alcaraz defended after being harassed by fans for selfies in darker side of fame and talent
ATPSunday, 23 April 2023 at 08:45
Carlos Alcaraz will play later today in the final of Barcelona Open Banc Sabadell, but while at home, it also showed the dark side of being popular and in the public eye.
A video circulated on social media which showed a woman harassing the 19-year-old for a selfie as he exited his car.
Other fans then closed in looking for autographs and pictures with Alcaraz' supporters condemning the invasion of privacy and should respect personal space.
Tennis author and journalist, Bastien Fachan reiterated this point. "This video is actually making me angry. Some fans need to stop being so entitled and expect overworked professional athletes - especially literal teenagers - to be available for them at any given time and place. Also, a little courtesy goes a long way…"
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