Carson Branstine, the American-born Canadian tennis player, found herself at the center of a heated debate during her first-round match against Maria Sakkari at the 2025 Canadian Open. At a crucial moment in the third set, Sakkari hit a backhand that appeared to land out, but the electronic line-calling system failed to register it. Branstine returned the shot, which went out, and the point was awarded to Sakkari.
Branstine’s Frustration and Social Media Reaction
Branstine voiced her frustration both on court and online. She posted a video of the incident on X (formerly Twitter), writing:
“They didn’t let me replay this clear mistake by the electronic line call because I played the shot after…BRUH obviously I tried to play the shot the damn thing didn’t call the ball out 😭 what’s a girl supposed to do”
Her reaction sparked a wave of responses from fans, some defending her and others criticizing her stance. Branstine didn’t shy away from replying, even challenging one fan’s claim that the ball was in by referencing physics and the ball’s bounce.
Carson Branstine in 2025
Carson Branstine
Ranked world no.191, the Canadian played her last match on the 28th of July when she was overcome by world no.72 Maria Sakkari 6-2 3-6 7-5 in the 1st round in Montreal (draw).
At present, during this year the Canadian has a composed 27-16 record. Carson has won 1 title in the W50 Santo Domingo. The Canadian reached the final in the Cancun.