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Coco Gauff speaks out on 'draining' racist abuse after China Open exit
Original: Coco Gauff says online racist abuse was ‘draining’ after China Open exit
American tennis star Coco Gauff says she has been subjected to racist abuse online following her exit from the China Open in Beijing, describing the harassment as draining. Her comments have drawn attention to the abuse athletes face on social media after high-profile losses and prompted discussion about player welfare and calls for stronger action against online hate.
Why now: A leading player publicly describing racist harassment after a tournament loss has reignited debate about abuse of athletes online.
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