Yulia Putintseva Apologizes After Controversial US Open Incident

The tennis player faced backlash for her treatment of a ball girl during a match, leading to public criticism and an eventual apology.

Putintseva was criticized for letting balls bounce off her body during a match, ignoring a ball girl's attempts to assist.
The incident occurred during her third-round loss to Jasmine Paolini, sparking boos from the crowd.
Putintseva explained her frustration was directed at her own performance, not the ball girl.
Prominent figures in the tennis community, including Boris Becker, condemned her behavior.
Putintseva issued a public apology via social media, acknowledging her actions and praising the ball kids' efforts.