🎾 **Drama at the Aussie Open: Jannik Sinner’s Sneaky Attempt!** 🎾
Tennis sensation Jannik Sinner, the reigning champ, is making waves both on and off the court at the Australian Open! Into another quarter-final, Sinner’s gameplay hasn’t skipped a beat—easily defeating his opponents, including fellow Italian Luciano Darderi. But it’s not just his skills that have people talking…
Sinner found himself at the centre of a mini-controversy right before his match against Darderi was set to begin. His attempt to sneak a fitness tracker onto the court didn’t go unnoticed, as the umpire, Greg Allensworth, asked him to remove it. It seems Sinner got a bit cheeky, tucking the device under a wristband, but the umpire wasn’t having it! 😲
This incident isn’t isolated. Star players like Carlos Alcaraz and Aryna Sabalenka have also been asked to ditch their WHOOP bands—devices that track health data like heart rate and recovery. Despite being on the International Tennis Federation’s approved list for player analysis, these gadgets are a no-go at Grand Slams. 🎾🚫
Tennis Australia’s strict policy forbids any wearables during these major tournaments, although discussions are ongoing about changing this rule. WHOOP argues that their devices are harmless and that athletes should have access to their own health data, even during high-stakes matches. 📈🤔
Behind the scenes, tension flared up as Darderi, in a moment of frustration, smashed his racquet and angrily lobbed a ball out of the stadium. Talk about intense!
How do you feel about athletes using technology on court? Should rules evolve with tech trends, or do they disrupt the game? Share your thoughts below! ⬇️
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