Korean media criticized Kwon Seung-woo (25), the South Korean men’s singles tennis representative, for his “violation of manners” at the Hangzhou Asian Games in China, calling it “excessive.” Kwon lost 1-2 to Kasidith Samrej (Thailand) in the second round of the men’s singles match held on September 25, 2023. Kwon was ranked 112th in the world and Samrezi was 636th.
According to the Korean media OSEN (web version), after the match, Won smashed his racket on the court six times in anger, destroying it. He ignored Samrezi’s offer to shake his hand and did not greet the referee.
Kwon receives criticism for destroying his racket (Photo: AP/Afro)
“They should be stripped of their national representative qualifications.”
Kwon’s actions were booed by fans at the venue, and searches for Kwon rose on Chinese social media, with comments such as “Don’t Korean players know etiquette?” and “He was angry after losing to an unknown player.” It is said that it was sent.
The same media pointed out that “domestic public opinion is also cold.” In Japan, there were many reactions saying, “Kwon went too far in the game in which he played for the national team wearing the Korean flag,” and critical commentary said, “As a representative of the nation, he had to maintain the minimum level of decorum.” I told you.
Kwon’s actions became the biggest topic of conversation in South Korea at the Asian Games, and he reportedly received more attention than the athlete who won the gold medal.Kwon, conscious of public opinion, reportedly visited the Samrezi camp on the 26th and apologized. On the same day, he updated his Instagram and apologized to Samregi and his fans.
“Immediately after the match against Samrezi, I acted rashly, which I should not have done as a representative player.I sincerely apologize to all the people who supported the national team’s match, and to the spectators who were present at the stadium.” He posted comments such as, “I will think deeply about the importance of being a representative player representing my country, reflect on myself so that I can become a responsible player, and be careful in all my actions.”
Fans’ reactions to Kwon’s post were lukewarm, with OSEN saying, “Public opinion that has cooled once is irreversible,” and the Internet saying, “He should be stripped of his eligibility to represent the national team,” and “Additional punishment should be added.” It is said that such voices are being raised.
The article stated, “If public opinion towards Kwon continues to deteriorate, the Korea National Athletic Association and the Tennis Association will have no choice but to take this seriously and actively consider disciplinary action.”
2023-09-27 05:54:40
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