“What a f****in’ joke!” Serena Williams’ ex-coach BASHES Hugo Gaston for his controversial retirement at match point against Marco Trungelliti

Renee Stubbs expresses her anger over Gaston retirement.

“What a f****in’ joke!” Serena Williams’ ex-coach BASHES Hugo Gaston for his controversial retirement at match point against Marco Trungelliti

Renee Stubbs, Hugo Gaston (Credits: Junior 6s and Daily Express)

Hugo Gaston‘s dramatic resignation at match point against Marco Trungelliti has been criticized by Serena Williams’ old coach Renee Stubbs on Twitter. The retirement came at a critical juncture in the game, leaving fans and teammates stunned and disappointed.

Stubbs, known for her candor, did not mince words in expressing her displeasure with Gaston’s choice to retire. The post elicited a quick response from the tennis world, with some fans agreeing with Stubbs’s thoughts and others defending Gaston’s choice, emphasizing the significance of player well-being and the possibility that he was dealing with an injury or other personal concerns.

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Hugo Gaston has shown tremendous promise on the tennis court, with an excellent playing style and a long list of accomplishments at such a young age. However, his surprising withdrawal at such a critical juncture has sparked debate about sportsmanship and the alleged betting doubts.

While any such charges must be treated with caution, the timing and circumstances of Gaston’s retirement have aroused legitimate questions. Match-fixing and betting-related problems have plagued several sports in the past, including tennis, causing officials to be on the lookout for any suspicious activity on the court.

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Others have called out Hugo Gaston too

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Hugo Gaston (Credit:- L’Equipe)

Several tennis experts have speculated that Hugo Gaston may have retired to avoid potential bet losses. The circumstance has sparked speculation that the young player may have gambled on himself to win the match and elected to quit rather than risk a financial catastrophe.

Ellen Perez, an Australian women’s tennis player, was among many who openly expressed their worries. In a recent tweet, she accused Gaston of betting manipulation, meaning that he may have wagered on himself to win but then retired to avoid potential losses. Such charges have heightened the controversy surrounding the match and increased focus on the young French talent.

This is not the first time Gaston has found himself in hot water. Earlier this year, he was fined by the ATP for unsportsmanlike conduct during a match against Borna Coric at the Madrid Open. Gaston purposefully threw a second ball onto the court while the first was still in play, aiming to repeat the point.

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