Tennis, being a sport where emotions never cease to play their part, can sometimes present events that have a negative impact on young enthusiasts. The Asian Games 2023 acted as a platform for players from all around the continent to showcase their skills and be a part of the fierce competition. In the event that brought nations together to be a part of the game, Kwon Soonwoo had a negative experience that shocked the tennis world.
The tennis sensation from South Korea was in the spotlight when he unleashed his frustration by smashing his racket to pieces. After his rage filled act that happened to be a result of his defeat, he apologized for his unacceptable actions.
Kwon Soonwoo apologizes to the fans for his aggressive behavior
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The incident that took place in the arena of the Asian Games in 2023 brought enough disappointment to Kwon Soonwoo’s fans. Following the incident, that South Korean player used social media to present a heartfelt apology to his fans, co-players, and tennis enthusiasts from all around the world. In his apology message, Kwon expressed deep regret for his actions, accepting the fact that the rage was totally an unacceptabe action in such a prestigious event as the Asian Games.
He wrote, “I sincerely apologize to all the people who supported the national team’s game and to the crowd at the stadium. I’m Sorry”
The 25-year-old is of the fact that a gold medal at this prestigious event would have awarded him an exemption from 18 months of mandatory South Korean military service. His apology reflected an acknowledgment of this fact, as he mentioned being under immense pressure because of it. While the South Korean appeared to be in deep remorse, he ended the apology with a promise to be a responsible athlete.
Kwon Soonwoo issues an apology for smashing rackets and refusing to shake hands after losing to Kasidit Samrej at the Asian Games.
Not an excuse, but notable context; a gold medal at these games would likely exempt Kwon from 18 months of mandatory South Korean military service. pic.twitter.com/w88lkBauSH
— Tick Tock Tennis (@TickTockTennis) September 26, 2023
As his gesture of apology gets more views on the internet, tennis enthusiasts come forward to drop a pack of mixed reactions over it.
Mixed reactions over Soonwoo’s apology
Kwon Soonwoo’s apology caught the attention of tennis enthusiasts worldwide. While some people criticized him for such a shameful act at a prestigious ground, there are people who shared a sense of understanding of the immense pressure and expectations laid over athletes like him.
PSYCHO ALERT 🚨
Soonwoo Kwon goes ballistic in the Asian games after losing to a Thai player !
He didn’t even shake hands…
It is believed that a gold medal would exempt Kwon from mandatory 18 months of South Korean military service
pic.twitter.com/gE59AdPUe1— Gaelen ☘️ (@GaelenBet) September 25, 2023
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While another fan said that he understood why the player acted that way.
Kind of understandable if that is really the case
— Shomari Ewing (@ShogunEwing) September 25, 2023
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As the Asian Games continues, Kwon Soonwoo will have an opportunity to stand back on the tennis court and, perhaps more importantly, as a sportsman. The impact of this incident on his career as a professional tennis player still remains to be observed. Besides, the South Korean continues to look forward to forgiveness and gaining his place back as a player who made a mistake.
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