06/11/2021
Actions speak louder than words. I'm Out !
After she refused to speak to the media, the tennis star Naomi Osaka decided to withdraw from the French Open tournament to protect her mental health. Leaders of the Grand Slam tournaments threatened to eject Naomi from the event if she continued her boycott to the post-games press conferences, so she decided to leave the tournament. Several athletes and celebrities supported Osaka and her decision.
“This is a moment for all of us — especially the press — to ask why it’s not enough to let her stellar performance on the court speak for itself.“ Hillary Clinton
"You shouldn't ever have to make a decision like this — but so damn impressive taking the high road when the powers that be don't protect their own, "Major respect.“ Steph Curry