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Townsend called out for insensitive comments on Chinese food, Navratilova calls out Charlie Kirk, & more

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September 17, 2025

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"Jelena Ostapenko was right about her lacking education";"Blatant racism": Fans slam Taylor Townsend for 'mocking' Chinese delicacies at BJK Cup venue

Taylor Townsend has landed in hot water over her reaction to local Chinese delicacies while in the country for the 2025 Billie Jean King Cup Finals. Fans were appalled by the American's decision to "mock" the cuisine with her complaints, leading to severe backlash.

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"She’s had more TV cameras in her face than I’ve had hot dinners" - When Chris Evert's ex-husband called out Anna Kournikova over media handling fail

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