Livestreams during tennis training disabled after controversy over Pegula's 'diva' remark

Jessica Pegula, ranked fifth in the world, prepares for the WTA Finals while addressing comments made about fellow player Andreeva during a live training session. Pegula expressed concerns about Andreeva's behavior, stating she needs to be grounded. After the incident went viral, Pegula clarified she was unaware of the recording and resolved the matter privately. The WTA removed the livestreams and apologized for not informing players about the recording equipment. The issue of player privacy has been a longstanding concern, with other players like Iga Swiatek also advocating for more privacy in their professional lives. Pegula hopes this incident will reignite discussions on the need for greater privacy for athletes.

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