
Marketa Vondrousova has shared some screenshots revealing the extent of the online harassment that she has received after losing to Anhelina Kalinina in the first round of the WTA China Open.
Vondrousova reached new heights in her career earlier this year when she unexpectedly won her first Grand Slam title at Wimbledon. The Czech player swept past Ons Jabeur 6-4, 6-4, to become the first unseeded woman to lift the trophy at the grasscourt major in the Open Era.
Now ranked No. 8 in the world, Vondrousova also achieved some deep runs over the summer on the North American swing, making the quarter-finals of the Cincinnati Open and the US Open.
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However, the 24-year-old sustained an arm injury at Flushing Meadows which caused her to break down in tears as she was forced to withdraw from the doubles event. She had not competed since then until the China Open in Beijing this week.
The eighth seed was against World No. 28 Kalinina in the opening round. Although Vondrousova confidently won the first set 6-1, she began to struggle when Kalinina fought back to take the second set 6-4 and force a decider. The Ukrainian player then performed a reversal of the first set by winning the match 1-6, 6-4, 6-1.
After her loss, Vondrousova took to social media to voice her frustration at those harassing her online in the wake of her defeat. She included multiple screenshots of hateful comments on her Instagram stories, along with the caption "Here we go again."
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Fans react by showing support
After this, many fans voiced their support for Vondrousova and condemned those harassing the player.
"Really sad that players have to go through this after basically every loss.
Marketa doesn’t deserve this at all. No one does," wrote The Tennis Letter.
"Heartbreaking to see this. Every player deserves respect, win or lose," wrote another.
"This kind of harassment cannot continue. It’s beyond disturbing," another commented.
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- Can't help but suspect Vukov is back to his old self again. Thank you, WTA. Perhaps you can give them a "Battling Couple of the Year Award 2026" ??
mandoist08-11-2026 - Wtf? Why is there no reason? And what about the men's?Bel08-11-2026
- One step by another step -- WTA continues to 'lose the plot'. Too many hi-tech microphones being installed at most venues!!! Remove them (especially those along the hallways, sidewalks, and pathways throughout the venues. Not to mention (most of all) remove the mic's from the Players/Coaches Box.
mandoist06-11-2026 - Enough of her bullshit. Go marry someone.
mandoist06-11-2026 - Don't you just love this young lady!? We fans often expect athletes to be supermen and superwomen, often forgetting that they WILL GET TIRED! I love Alex's perspective. Tiredness for an athlete should never be viewed as a negative, especially if you are healthy, taking care of your body and mental health and putting in the work. What a mature perspective. Good for you, Alex!Rapunzel05-11-2026
- Jess is absolutely correct! But the disrespect is a trait I have noticed in most of the Russian players. Mirra is good but very immature and lacks humility. Conceivable needs to get a handle on that!Rapunzel05-11-2026
- Having spent weeks and weeks through the years on tour, I can say with confidence that Conchita was (is) one of the very few who realize the surprising level of maturity (and sometimes lack of) which Mirra seems to have developed in such a demanding adult world of Pro-Tennis. While at the same time reminding herself (Conchita, that is) that Mirra is still young and developing mentally and physically. The general public may forget at times, or not at all realize, these modern era young athletes do not have a 'normal' Youth. It's a major sacrifice, among countless sacrifices, these athletes must make. People who blow-off that fact are ignorant and unfair when they blurt out, "They choose fame so they have to put up with the intrusions on their lives". No, they do not.
mandoist05-11-2026 - Okay... someone with a camera was EAVESDROPPING on a private conversation. Shouldn't that be the point of discussion here? Regardless of the sensationalist crap by media, Pegula (and anyone) has a right to an opinion. There used to be an expectation that private conversations were respected, regardless of 'stardom' and whatever other defensive excuses media tries to shove in our faces. Boo-hoo if feelings are hurt. BTW: Having been employed at various tourney venues, etc., I can't tell you how nasty and offensive players can be when discussing their opponents and colleagues... in "private". Well, I could, but won't. I also challenge anyone to deny what Jessica said is false.
mandoist05-11-2026 - Vacherot is Mongasque, rather than Swiss. The tournament was Swiss :DTrwd7702-11-2026
- After a couple decades traveling to IIHF tourneys overseas... our family is done with it... and I will not be the only one!! Bad enough the NHL allows Ovachenko (a Putin Supporter and Campaigner) to live and play in the USA. Let's not forget the STATE SPONSORED RUSSIAN DOPING PROGRAMS still in effect today.
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