Jessica Pegula Shares Abusive Messages From Gamblers After French Open Loss

Tennis star Jessica Pegula revealed disturbing and abusive messages she has received from sports bettors following her fourth-round exit at the 2025 French Open. She shared screenshots on Instagram showing threats and hateful comments, including wishes for harm to her family and accusations of match-fixing. Pegula described the bettors as 'insane and delusional' and highlighted that this kind of abuse is predominantly present in tennis, affecting many players on tour. She emphasized that avoiding social media is not a viable option for professional athletes because their careers and sponsorships depend on it. Other players like Victoria Azarenka and Caroline Garcia have also spoken out, urging tennis authorities to take action against such harassment. Pegula criticized the tennis calendar's demanding schedule, linking it to the mental toll experienced by players amid such toxic fan behavior.