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Belarusian tennis star Aryna Sabalenka brought Georgios Frangulis as her date to the Berlin players' party ahead of her grass-court campaign at the ecotrans Ladies Open. In other news, Venus Williams playfully warned sister Serena of legal action for making fun of her walk at a Gucci event.
Meanwhile, Bill Maher questioned Charlamagne tha God's views on racial dynamics affecting Caitlin Clark's WNBA popularity. Boris Becker wished Kylian Mbappe a speedy recovery after a bloody nose injury in a Euro 2024 clash with Austria.
Also, Emma Raducanu lauded compatriot Katie Boulter's victory at the 2024 Rothesay Open in Nottingham.
On that note, here's a recap of today's top tennis news:
Aryna Sabalenka and Georgios Frangulis attend player's night together in Berlin
Aryna Sabalenka strolled hand in hand with her date Georgios Frangulis as they attended the players' night in Berlin before kicking off her grass-court campaign at the ecotrans Ladies Open, a WTA 500 event.
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The duo were all smiles in their casual-chic attire. The Belarusian tennis star wore a beige blazer with a white tank top and jeans, while Frangulis chose an all-navy outfit.
The second-seeded Belarusian received a bye into the Round of 16 where she will face Daria Kasatkina on June 19.
Tennis legend Venus Williams playfully threatens sister Serena for making fun of her walk
Serena Williams playfully teased her elder sister Venus over her unsteady walk in high heels during Gucci's Menswear Spring 2025 show in Milan.
Serena Williams shared a TikTok video, mimicking car noises while filming Venus' awkward walk from behind. Venus appeared surprised when she realized she was being recorded.
"I'm pressing charges," Venus Williams says in mock exasperation.
Undeterred, Serena continued making car sounds, and the video ended with Venus humorously giving up and removing her heels.
Watch the video below:
Bill Maher disputes Charlamagne the God's claims about racial factors in Caitlin Clark's popularity
Tennis icon Serena Williams was recently brought up by Bill Maher in a debate with Charlamagne tha God, challenging the latter's view on racial dynamics affecting Caitlin Clark's WNBA popularity. Clark, who plays for the Indiana Fever, is the all-time leading scorer in NCAA Division-1 history for the Iowa Hawkeyes.
Clark's rapid rise has sparked discussions about racial bias in sports media, with A'ja Wilson of the Las Vegas Aces suggesting that Clark's acclaim reflects systemic prejudices against Black athletes. Charlamagne, supporting Wilson's stance on Maher's 'Real Time' show, highlighted disparities in recognition between Clark and Wilson.
"I'm just saying that I think A'ja Wilson has a point. I think sometimes when Black women say certain things, we should listen. Especically her, because I'm not in her shoes," he said.
Maher questioned Charlamagne's implication of racism by pointing out Serena Williams' success in tennis as a Black athlete, to which the latter conceded he had no immediate rebuttal to Maher's challenge.
"Why was Serena Williams such a big star? Because people like that. They didn't not watch her because she was Black, right?" Maher said.
Boris Becker sends heartfelt messages to Kylian Mbappe following the latter's nose injury in Euro 2024 clash
Boris Becker extended well-wishes to Kylian Mbappe, who suffered a bloody nose following a collision with Austrian player Kevin Danso during France's 1-0 win over Austria in Euro 2024. The French captain received on-field treatment and was later taken to the hospital due to a possible broken nose.
On his Instagram story, the German tennis legend shared his concern for Mbappe's injury and expressed hope for his quick recovery.
"Get well soon, we need U at the Euros KM," Becker wrote.
Emma Raducanu commends Katie Boulter's triumph at the 2024 Rothesay Open in Nottingham
Emma Raducanu praised fellow Brit Katie Boulter for successfully defending her title at the 2024 Rothesay Open in Nottingham. Boulter clinched her third WTA title by defeating sixth-seeded Karolina Pliskova 4-6, 6-3, 6-2 in the final.
Coincidentally, Boulter's victory aligned with her boyfriend, Alex de Minaur's triumph at the Libema Open in 's-Hertogenbosch, where the Australian tennis star beat Sebastian Korda 6-2, 6-4 in the final.
Raducanu, who was defeated by Boulter in the semifinals, shared her reflections on her tournament performance on Instagram. She also congratulated Boulter on her title victory and on achieving a notable feat alongside Alex de Minaur.
"Tried my best with what I had on the day, despite the result I enjoyed the battle and feel the fire again. Congrats @katiecboulter for defending your title at home, 5 sets and completing the double with Alex," Emma Raducanu wrote on Instagram.
Venus Williams and Father Richard recall one match that 7-time Grand Slam champion "should have won"
