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Sofia Kenin and Katie Boulter hit by online abuse, WTA responds

Original: The WTA said that protecting players is "a key priority" as former Australian Open champion Sofia Kenin and Britain's Ka

Former Australian Open champion Sofia Kenin and Britain's Katie Boulter have become the latest women's tennis players targeted by online abuse. The WTA said protecting players is a 'key priority' as concerns grow over the harassment stars face on social media during tournaments. The governing body has faced increasing pressure to act on player safety online.

Why now: Two high-profile players were targeted by online abuse, prompting a WTA statement and renewed debate over protecting athletes.

Sofia KeninKatie BoulterWTAAustralian Open

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• The WTA said that protecting players is "a key priority" as former Australian Open champion Sofia Kenin and Britain's Katie Boulter on Wednesday became the latest women's tennis stars to be abused online. https://www. japantimes.co.jp/sports/2026/1… · thejapantimes · 3

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