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Sports Commentator Apologizes After Being Suspended For Mocking Tennis Star's Looks On Air

Jon Wertheim; Barbora Krejcikova
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Jon Wertheim, a 60 Minutes correspondent who also does commentary for the Tennis Channel, has apologized after mocking Wimbledon champ Barbora Krejcikova's face when he didn't realize his comments were being broadcast on air.

Tennis Channel commentator and “60 Minutes” correspondent Jon Wertheim has been suspended after making an on-air comment about tennis player Barbora Krejcikova's appearance.

During coverage of the WTA Finals in Riyadh, Wertheim joked about his own forehead looking large on Zoom, adding, “Who do you think I am, Barbora Krejcikova?” and then referred to Krejcikova’s forehead with the term “eight-head.”


His remark was broadcast accidentally due to a hot mic.

Krejcikova, ranked No. 10 in the world, criticized Wertheim on social media for his “unprofessional commentary,” calling for respect and professionalism in sports media.

She said such remarks detract from the dedication athletes put into their careers.

Wertheim publicly apologized, acknowledging that his comment was inappropriate and unreflective of his personal standards. He expressed regret and accepted responsibility.

In response to the event, the Tennis Channel released a statement supporting Wertheim’s contributions to the sport but emphasized their commitment to respect in broadcasting. Wertheim will be off-air indefinitely as part of his suspension.

Folks came out in support of Krejcikova.



They pointed out that she is way more impressive than a mere commentator.

People encouraged her to "let the racquet speak" for itself.


Many people were fed up with people's continued obsession with commenting on appearances.


A few people wondered what the comments not caught on a hot-mic must be like.

The consensus was that Wertheim, and men like him, were not worth her time or further attention.

Some said that they watch tennis with the sound off because the commentators make the experience worse for them.


People thanked her for calling him out and not letting this be brushed off.


After a season highlighted by a Wimbledon Grand-Slam, Krejcikova made it to the WTA semi-finals before losing to Zheng Qinwen.

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