
Roddick Defends Sabalenka's US Open Racket Smash, Cites Double Standard in Sports
Andy Roddick defended Aryna Sabalenka against criticism for smashing her racket after losing the 2026 US Open final to Elena Rybakina. Roddick argued that players should be allowed to express frustration as long as they remain respectful to opponents, noting a double standard compared to other sports. Sabalenka lost her second Grand Slam final this year, failing to win a major despite reaching 19 Grand Slam matches.











