Controversy over some performances of the Roland Garros crowd continues to pertain to the day. The tournament, through its director, is the former player Amelie Mauresmowarned that they will no longer tolerate disrespectful behavior towards athletes and the game.
The Belgian David Goffin and the polish Iga Swiatek They raised their voices, he was the victim of insults and spitting outside the court, he considered himself disturbed by a noisy central position in the middle of arguing points.
It is of interest to know the opinion of the main actors on a sensitive issue, which has many aspects. The Serbian Novak Djokovicworld number one, has had several scuffles in the stands around the world, but he is also idolized because of his record.
He has also experienced both sides at Roland Garros. “They are very passionate here. I have had phases of romance with the fans, but also some difficult matches, complicated moments. You want them to always support you, or at least be neutral, but that is impossible,” said Djokovic.
The Balkan player stopped his match against the Spaniard for a while Roberto Carballes asking a point repeatedly when he considers himself bothered by an audience, that he doesn’t want any more problems. “He shouted several times on the point, as well as when he was running for Carballés’ drop shot. But he was doing it from the beginning of the match. Fortunately I supported him but my tennis was not stopped. I told the referee, who -think that can’t be considered a ‘barrier’ (obstacle, obstacle)”.
The issue did not go further, but it did result in a warning from Djokovic for the chair umpire to remain attentive to spectator behavior.
Djokovic He recognized the difficulty of knowing where to set the bar for fans. “We are different in football or basketball, but at the same time we also want to have a good atmosphere. I want the fans to cheer and sing,” he points out.
Although he acknowledges that “the line is very fine. You can’t always put up with everything. This is where you know you’re going to be in a fight if you’re playing against a Frenchman, as it was with Goffin or myself. It’s true that if not they respect you or you boo, better not waste energy on it.
Up to a limit: “Sometimes you just have to deal with someone booing you. It’s all you can do,” he pointed out mischievously, smiling. He has done it.
Source: La Verdad
I’m Robert Maynard, and I am a passionate journalist with experience in sports writing. For the last few years, I have been writing for Today Times Live. My main focus has been on sports-related stories and features. With my strong background in journalism and extensive knowledge of the industry, I am able to provide readers with well-crafted pieces that are both informative and engaging.
