Tsitsipas Defends Controversial Social Media Post, Denies Sexist Intent

Wimbledon, London - Stefanos Tsitsipas has addressed the backlash surrounding a video he shared on social media last month, which sparked accusations of sexism and misogyny. The video, which depicted women primarily as caregivers and men as providers, drew criticism from fans and the tennis community alike.

In an interview with SDNA, the Greek tennis star, who is set to play Taro Daniel in the first round of Wimbledon on Tuesday, defended his intentions, stating, "My intentions were completely different from what people saw… I didn't see it as sexist or misogynistic, as it was treated by many people."

Tsitsipas, who boasts almost two million Instagram followers, explained that his "romantic" personality drew him to the video's artistic elements. He has since deleted the post.

This is not the first time Tsitsipas has faced scrutiny for his views on gender roles. In December 2022, he tweeted about "modern feminism," sparking further controversy.

Reflecting on both incidents, the 25-year-old admitted, "I will say that I was wrong, I shouldn't have shared something like that because it was misunderstood by many."

This latest controversy comes on the heels of Tsitsipas' public reconciliation with fellow tennis star Paula Badosa, adding another layer of complexity to the situation.