Fourth-seeded Naomi Osaka reached the semifinals of the Western & Southern Open on Wednesday and withdrew a few hours later in a call for racial justice, drawing quick support from other players.
Soon after, the whole tournament was put on hold for a day. “As a sport, tennis is collectively taking a stance against racial inequality and social injustice that once again has been thrust to the forefront in the United States.
The USTA, ATP Tour, and WTA have decided to recognize this moment in time by pausing tournament play at the Western & Southern Open on Thursday, Aug.
27,” the three oganizations said in a statement. RELATED: Celebrities React As Milwaukee Bucks Issue Statement On Boycotting NBA Playoff Game In Wake Of Jacob Blake Shooting
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