Search
Racket abuse
01
the act of angrily or intentionally damaging a tennis racket during a match
What is "racket abuse"?
Racket abuse in tennis refers to the inappropriate or violent handling of a player's racket, typically by throwing it, slamming it against the ground, or using it to strike something other than the ball. This behavior is considered unsportsmanlike and can result in a penalty or warning from the umpire. Racket abuse often occurs in moments of frustration or anger during a match, but it is discouraged as it disrupts the flow of the game and shows a lack of control and respect for the sport.
Example
Serena Williams was fined for racket abuse during her match at the Grand Slam tournament.
His frustration led to an outburst of racket abuse, shattering his racket into pieces.
The player received a warning from the umpire for racket abuse after smashing his racket against the court.
Example
Serena Williams was fined for racket abuse during her match at the Grand Slam tournament.
His frustration led to an outburst of racket abuse, shattering his racket into pieces.
The player received a warning from the umpire for racket abuse after smashing his racket against the court.
The player apologized to the crowd for his display of racket abuse and vowed to remain composed in future matches.
Racket abuse can result in point penalties or even disqualification from a match.
Nearby Words
