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UN condemns racist abuse targeting Coco Gauff after China Open controversy

The United Nations human rights leadership issued a formal condemnation addressing vile online harassment directed at Coco Gauff following an October match. High Commissioner Volker Turk emphasized that severe racial and sexist attacks targeting Black female athletes remain completely unacceptable.

The controversy erupted after a contested decision during a Beijing tournament matchup where flashing courtside advertising prompted a temporary pause in play. Gauff utilized social media to firmly push back against malicious cheating accusations while acknowledging the heavy influx of hate messages.

Meanwhile, the Women's Tennis Association joined global officials in drawing attention to the widespread issue of digital abuse facing competitors.

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