American Sloane Stephens said "the hate is so exhausting and endless" after receiving a torrent of racist and sexist abuse on social media after her US Open Departure.
The 2017 champion lost to Angelique Kerber 5-7 6-2 6-3 in Friday's third-round match, and was then subjected to what she estimates were more than 2,000 offensive or angry comments.
"It is very difficult to read messages like these, but I will post some so that you can see what it is like after a loss," the 28-year-old wrote in an Instagram story, before sharing some of the threats and abuse. she received.
"This kind of hate is so exhausting and endless," he added after showing three screenshots.
โThis isn't talked about enough, but it really sucksโฆ I'm happy to have people in my corner supporting me. I choose positive vibes over negative ones.
"I choose to show you happiness here, but it's not always smiles and roses."
