BIGGEST CONTROVERSIES IN TENNIS

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MARTINA HINGIS

 The most famous controversial statements made by Hingis came in 2001 when she told Time Magazine that being Black had helped the Williams sisters in obtaining sponsorships and other advantages.

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MARIA SHARAPOVA

In March 2016, Maria Sharapova tested positive for meldonium, a banned substance by the World Anti-Doping Agency. Thus getting a suspension of 2 years by ITF.

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NICK KYRGIOS 

“Kokkinakis banged your girlfriend. Sorry to tell you that mate.” Kyrgios addressed Wawrinka with these words During the second round tie in Canada earning him a $10,000 fine.

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SERENA WILLIAMS

At the finals of the US Open 2018, Serena Williams lashed out at the umpire for that match, for issuing triple-code violations: one for coaching, one for racquet abuse, and one for verbal abuse.

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RAFAEL NADAL

At the 2015 Rio Open, Carlos Bernardes compelled Rafael Nadal to change his shorts in front of 7000 people, sparking a major controversy. 

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