In a statement issued after an off-air comment was inadvertently broadcast, sports journalist Jon Wertheim apologized for remarks made about the appearance of Czech tennis star Barbora Krejcikova. Wertheim explained that the comment occurred during a private rehearsal for a Tennis Channel show, where he was appearing via Zoom. He noted that an unflattering camera angle of Krejcikova was shown on a graphic, and in response to a similar camera setup on his own screen, he made a self-deprecating comment comparing his forehead to Krejcikova’s appearance in the image.
The exchange was meant to be private but was unintentionally aired live, causing offense. Wertheim acknowledged the unprofessional nature of his words, emphasizing his regret and responsibility for the comment. “I realize: I am not the victim here,” Wertheim said. “It was neither professional nor charitable nor reflective of the person I strive to be. I am accountable. I own this. I am sorry.”
Jon Wertheim insults Barbora Krejcikova by making fun of her appearance on live TV@Olly_Tennis_ @josemorgado @Welovetennis @BenoitMaylin
Are you going to talk about it?
As journalists, do you think it’s appropriate?pic.twitter.com/uBoxMGld9k
— Dan Gernez (@GernezDan) November 9, 2024
Wertheim shared that he had immediately reached out to Krejcikova to apologize directly.
Barbora Krejcikova in 2024
LWWLLWLLLW Now ranked no.10, Barbora played her last match on the 8th of November when she capitulated to world no.5 Qinwen Zheng 6-3 7-5 in the semifinal in Riyadh (draw).
During this season the Czech has managed to achieve an overall 21-16 match record. The Czech clinched 1 title in Wimbledon.
Barbora Krejcikova in 2024
LWWLLWLLLW Currently ranked no.10, Barbora played her last match on the 8th of November when she lost to world no.5 Qinwen Zheng 6-3 7-5 in the semifinal in Riyadh (draw).
During this season Krejcikova has managed to achieve a 21-16 win-loss record. The Czech conquered 1 title in Wimbledon.
