An awkward moment took place during the press conference after her elimination Paula Bandosa by Marta Kostiuk in his second round Wimbledon.
The partner of Stefanos Tsitsipas retired at the beginning of the second set due to injury and was absent from the Grand Slam in London, but regularly attended the press room. There, a reporter appeared quite… ill-read, starting his question by congratulating her on win her. The Spanish tennis player felt quite uncomfortable, answering: “FYI, I just lost,” with those in the area being surprised by the comment in question.
However, the reporter was undaunted and continued his question, saying: “Can you tell us what your fitness level and confidence level is?” irritating Bandosa, who said: “I just retired so I’m not at my best.”
As for Kostyuk, she advanced to the third round, eliminating yet another big name in tennis, having been knocked out in the first round. Maria Sakkari.
When the interviewer thinks you’ve won… but you didn’t??
This was one awkward press conference for Paula Badosa #Wimbledon pic.twitter.com/sz7UrATG8p
— BBC Sport (@BBCSport) July 7, 2023
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