Swiatek Given Extra Security After Harassment At Miami Open

Polish world number two Iga Swiatek has been given extra security after a spectator at the Miami Open verbally abused the five-times major champion during a practice session last weekend, the BBC reported on Wednesday.

The man shouted personal insults about Swiateks family and had previously sent abusive online messages to her through social media.

The Miami incident appears to be a direct transition from verbal aggression online to harassment in the real world, Swiateks representatives said. He was aggressive and taunting.

The BBC said Swiateks team reported the incident and that tournament organisers and the WTA put extra security measures in place around the Pole, who is scheduled to face Philippine wildcard Alexandra Eala in the quarter-finals on Wednesday.

Security is a top priority. We monitor the network to catch these types of issues, Swiateks spokesperson said.