The Threat Matrix and tennis governing bodies are collaborating to combat online abuse directed at players.
In recent years, tennis players have observed an increase in online verbal abuse. This surge in online threats is linked, at least in part, to the legalization of sports betting in the United States, currently allowed in more than 30 states.
There is a perception that players are particularly susceptible to online harassment from disgruntled bettors who have faced losses. Tennis players are frequently targeted by unscrupulous bettors seeking to manipulate them into intentionally losing a match.
In recent years, tennis players have observed an increase in online verbal abuse. This surge in online threats is linked, at least in part, to the legalization of sports betting in the United States, currently allowed in more than 30 states.
There is a perception that players are particularly susceptible to online harassment from disgruntled bettors who have faced losses. Tennis players are frequently targeted by unscrupulous bettors seeking to manipulate them into intentionally losing a match.