She's a petulant brat who tried once more to deflect attention to her opponent rather than take it on the chin that she choked on the big occasion again.
Steven Nicholas how the hell was she petulant? Professional tennis players give their lives to win major tournament, if some twerp journalist started lecturing me about what I have to do to reach the next level I’d snap at him too. The guy was being a dick.
I don't get why there is even a press conference for players after they lost. They have just been beaten. It's either fluff questions or hurtful ones. Honestly just an all around weird experience for both the players and the journalists.
Sooo fighters have press confrences after getting knocked out. If u can't come out and connect with your fans after u lose. You're mentally weak and fragile
That was a great response to those harsh questions! For anyone else in this situation, here's another option: "I have a professional tennis coach, and we will analyze and discuss how to improve on this. A press conference is not the right place for that analysis."
Anyone would want to improve everyday no matter the profession, if a player can improve to the point where they could win Grand Slams that is a bonus. Improvements don't stop because you win a Grand Slam.
That reporter must have lost a big bet that hinged on that match. And it is not difficult to figure out. All the other favorites won their respective matches on that day except for Konta. He was just in the unique position to unload his pent up frustration to the player's face. I really wanted to tell Madison Keys what I thought last week when she lost to P. Hercog. 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
Many people when watching their favourite lose are like "wtf are you doing moron, how could you miss that??!! Can you play tennis whatsoever dumbass?". The reporter decided to bring this to the press conference which definitely wasn't smart of him 😅🤦🏻♂️.
Total disrespect on the part of the so- called journalist who was indeed patronising and unprofessional. Her dignified response showed that SHE is the professional.Game,set and match !!
What is that? Ban press conferences or ban uncomfortable questions? Or maybe make black list of 'uncomfortable' journalists? Sounds like censorship.And BTW - I think that rude journalists are annoying (to say at least), but athlete can always skip the question if he/she doesn't like it. Osaka is simply immature, because she didn't contact organizers first. Adults talk and then make decision. She didn't. Also I don't get why she doesn't work with professional sport psychologist on daily basis like, let's say, Iga Świątek.
@@vojtasjedyny Osaka says about herself she is shy... but she only wants to be spotted by the mass media. She thinks she is the new Lao Tse... Spoiled girl, spoiled generation...
@@vojtasjedyny Abolish press conferences altogether. The goal of press conferences - interaction between the players and their fans - is more than superseded by the existence of social media, where both the players and the fans can interact in a much more meaningful way, and without some clueless jerks posing you questions they didn't even thnk through properly and probably will forget before the next player reaches the press room.
@@alexanderstiefelmann5982 You clearly don't understand the purpose of pc. Primary goal is providing information for journalists and PR departments of various organisations e.g. WTA, French Tennis Federation etc. They also need quotes. Fans can communicate via social media.
That question from a stranger to Konta just after she had lost was tactless and ridiculous. If she does have a 'big point' issue that's for herself and her expert team to discuss.
The British media have to except she was outplayed by a better player on the day, give credit when its due to her opponent rather blaming Konta for not being good enough!
@VELLE BUE ANIMATION yes her unforced errors went up and up and her serving was poor, but why should she dissect her own game in public? What would she gain from that? Do you think it is possible she will look at her performance in her own time and with her coach to work out ways to improve or do you think she will ignore this match as just another loss and move aimlessly on. Perhaps the clue is when she says she is a professional tennis player, part of which is developing the personal qualities to deal with a requirement that she go before the press after every match. Speaking in public is known to be THE most anxiety provoking experience in the general public. Would you be able to speak publicly about yourself after a bad day at work, a day in which you knew your every move and gesture was being examined in slow motion and commented upon? Would you not want to to do everything you can to cut out mistakes. Would you not want to succeed and feel aggrieved if someone used words like presumably to describe your lifetimes ambition? How many of us have 100% certainty that we could cope??
@VELLE BUE ANIMATION you makes some fair points; perhaps you might also 1) direct me to the contradictory statements you say I made throughout my comments, and 2) answer some of the questions I asked you. Thank you. Hope you are enjoying the Roger v Raffa match as I type..??!!
I want to dislike Konta since she plays for Great Britain. But she's completely right here, a great player and a very well spoken person. The interviewer was out of line
As a fan of female American tennis players, I typically don't pay attention to most others. However, I must say that today, I am a huge fan of Ms Konta. I am so impresssssssssed at how she stood up for herself so eloquently with strength and dignity........I'M HERE FOR THE APPLAUSE.......I'M HERE FOR THE APPLAUSE....YOU GO!!!!!!
What's there to stand up for a man? She made a lot of mistakes today that were completely on Forest, and it's calling into question whether or not she really has what it takes to be a true champion. She just hides it by being positive about how great her appointment was and how she did her best.
We have our answer, she pretty much communicated to us that she doesn't have what it takes to be a champion, she'll just be a pretty good player and make a nice living from tennis and working hard.
@@gcg8187 so the press needs to accept that she's a good player and not great and capable of winning a GS. I believe she will one day win one. Henman never did and has a hill named after him.
As if these journalists played better tennis than Konta. They always have an air of superiority to players. What a shame. They don’t get the fact that they actually have a job because of these players.
@@lailataluminousnight8064 No, he was being a journalist. Trust me, if you think this is rude, you'll go crazy when you find out about newspapers hacking dead children's mobile phones.
Yuheng Mao The players need the journalists more than the journalists need the players .... without the media the athletes wouldn’t have the same platform and wouldn’t be making the same money that they currently do. If you don’t understand this basic fact then you’re an idiot.
@@lucasduncan1082 The players get paid according to the fanbase, noone cares about journalists lol, especially the ones doing these conferences. Do you think that in 2019 players won't get the same recognition without them? Have you ever heard of UA-cam? Plenty of players have channels with millions of subs already. I think you are the only idiot here. #journalismiscancer
Johanna, You are one of my favorite players. You did your best and you will do even better next time. You are a true champion. I remember your win in Indian Wells. Was there and loved your game. Today did not go your way, but you gave it all.
I think the reporter initially made a valid point--that perhaps Konta's mental strength (or lack thereof) had a bigger part to play in the match outcome than her opponent's play--and Konta responded with an equally valid response. She said she stood by her decisions and her play, and that people can choose to agree or disagree with that answer. That's where the line of questioning should have ended. She gave the reporter her assessment of the match and reaffirmed it...but because he disagreed with it, then tried to patronize her into, basically, admitting that she chocked. Just because you don't agree with a player's perspective of events, doesn't give you the license to keep prodding them to validate your perspective. The reporter should've just agreed to disagree, and move on. It's her career. Kudos to Konta for calling him out.
Very harsh question by reporter it was aimed to devalue Konta as a player but she showed true character in not letting him get away with his unprofessional opinion ! I think it is more a reflection on the journalist if that’s what one can call him . A weak man , perhaps he is the one in need of real improvement. Best of luck to Konta in the future .
personally I think jo konta is a credit to her sport and is one of the best player's we've had for years and that guy was rude and impertinent how dare he cast such aspersions towards her in that fashion disgraceful!
How dare he mention the 33 unforced errors and ask her what she is going to do about it. She has every right to act like a spoilt child and get annoyed at criticism.
Born and raised in Australia. Was a child in Australia, grew up there , went to school there , did her teenage years there and speaks with an Aussie accent . So why is she playing for England?
I N Why bring gender into it?! Who cares if the reporter is a man? You should have just said “person” (especially since he might not even identify as a man...). People like you make me sick, you right-wing devil.
She will discuss the match with her team and make adjustments. Konta has had a GREAT year; why the need from the press to make her feel terrible about the match?
She's a class act, this lady. Smart, composed, articulate. Interesting. Attractive. Lady Croft gone tennis woman. Sure, she bungled a few points. Yeah, it may have influenced the end result. But hey, at 02:35, "... somebody who PRESUMABLY wants to go on from here." WTF? "Presumably" ? She's right, the asshole is downright patronizing! "Presumably"? Disrespectful, too, to question Konta's dedication and professionalism. She's absolutely correct to kick him in the balls. I wonder how Kyrgios would have roasted the jackass. Oh, and at 03:50, "I'm no less of a person if I don't get past this point... or even if I do!". Golden, wise words, Johanna. You have class.
I think the first question about the unforced errors and missed volley etc was fair, although he could’ve worded it a lot better. It was almost rubbing salt in a wound. However I think she was right to call him out about the second part about “presumably wanting to go further and win GS” - not only was a stupid question but definitely patronising and rude. Hats off to Johanna for standing up to that fool.
It's not his job to cuddle her. If she has wounds and she's upset and butthurt that's her problem. He needs to ask the question. And the real question is does she want to be the best or does she just want to be a good player do her best and make a nice living off of tennis. And we got our answer, she doesn't want to be the best of the best. She'll just kind of imply it because it looks bad to say otherwise
Excellent comment. I must say I didn't watch the match but if the questions by the reporter were correct then she did try and divert attention as to why she did not win.
100% agree with Konta. She is being asked WHY she lost, as though she is to blame in some way. Also extremely patronising being lectured by a reporter about “learning and improving”..It’s Competitive sport - there is another player on the other side of the net - this guy is a joke, maybe someone should ask him - live on camera - about why he isn’t able to do his job..
@Tim Dev It is possible to lose a game where it's not your fault because someone plays better than you. Of course we are all tennis experts sitting and watching the game!🙄
So you're telling me she lost then she had nothing to do with it? I don't think you know anything about the mentality you need to have to be a champion.
@@rozdon7307 winner don't think like this. Winners take responsibility for losing, that's how they improve. He's pretty much saying "wow you're not going to take responsibility for losing? Do you even want to win a grand slam do you want to be the best of the best? Because it looks like you just want to do your best and be happy" I am a Music student, and sometimes I see other musicians enter competitions and and lose, and when they don't take responsibility for their loss and just say that they did their best and other people just did better, it's amateur. And they don't improve. They just want to be positive and feel good, instead of looking at the cold hard truth that they are responsible for not being good enough. It's not your opponent's responsibility that you're not good enough to win. It's a Winner's mindset man just look it up
I don't think he was, I think he wanted her to admit responsibility for her mistakes and not dodging. He tried to be very respectful, if he wasn't he would have said you played very poorly today you made a ton of mistakes that were unforced what are you going to do about it
Not only is she in the top tennis players in the world but her mind is so sharp and she was quick to call this guy in all rightness. Johanna you are awesome!
First, press interviews with the loser should be optional and at the athlete’s discretion. That being said, Konta was very gracious and and professional with her responses. Good for her. She’s a competitive athlete and will continue to improve her game.
The questions were truly disrespectful in the manner and tone they were asked. I’m happy that she caught on and the moderator quickly asked for another question.
TBF, she was avoiding a self-analysis that he evidenced was needed. And she will need to do this in order to move forward - The media does have a job to do.
Older tennis players (Serena/Federer/Nadal/Djokovic) seem to be dominating the game, suggesting a lot of young (but well paid) mediocrity coming through. But at the end of the day Tennis players/golfers livelihoods hang on their own performances, so I'm pretty sure they're more critical of their own performances than any journalist can articulate, so I find this kind of press conference pointless. When are we going to get footballers under the spotlight instead of allowing them to hide behind the rest of the team & let the manager face the music? That's what I want to see.
you cannot call a player "mediocrity" because at 19-23 age old he cannot cope with being in the most prestigious tennis tournament in the world. Its true that its quite strange that many of these rising stars felt at the starting line but it doesnt mean nothing. Even if we only look at this year, there is still the US open, Rodgers CUP and the masters 1000
Beautifully done Jo, you showed a lot of dignity. I'd have told him to f**k off, which isn't very professional. Hopefully the Wimbledon management removed his press pass.
I totally agree with you. I'd love to see how that guy wud of played. I think the way she handled herself answering his question was completely right, he was patronising her. In no way am I a femanist but In my opinion he wud not hav spoken to her like that if she was a bloke!
Absolutely, but it also shows the lack of skill from the press at Wimbledon. If you watch the interview Andy Murray and Serena Williams did after their second match. The press ask Andy the same question about his plans for playing America 3 times in a row. They don't have the intelligence to listen to whats going on. In fact in their next interview, the pair embarrass the press by highlighting it.
It could have been a fair question (self-improvement) had he not implied that she hadn't been candid in her previous answer, in which she gave credit to her opponent.
@@Taylor-td5sp I know what you mean, but there's a thin line between a tough question and an offensive one. I'm afraid the journalist crossed that line. She could as well have outsmarted him, saying for example "I see you appreciate IBM facts, so I think you'll be glad to know that 2019 has been my best year so far". What about that?!!
The numbers were pretty bad, and she did say she wouldn’t change anything she did. Her response of being “patronised” was a cop out to fully answer the question.
Georgia Barker don’t be ridiculous, you’re only saying that because Konta has made a big deal of it. He was quoting the actual numbers, nothing patronising. If she hadn’t said it was patronising then no one would have said it either. SHE was the one who acted hostile by saying “is that from your professional opinion” she obviously knew he was not a professional tennis player. She couldn’t handle the question so called it “patronising”. Quite childish really.
@@mondaymorning9822 The numbers were bad. She did not have a good match. All that is true. It doesn't take away from the fact that he was almost hostile in the way he was asking the question. Like I said, it sounded like he was scolding a child. She would have been feeling terrible about the loss and the way she played. There was no need for him to be 'rubbing salt in her wound'. It was bullying behaviour.
Georgia Barker if she never said he was being patronising literally no one would be saying he was. Anyone who enters a post match press conference, having had a bad match, and then say they would not have changed anything about the way they played, should expect the numbers to be quoted to them. She didn’t like the facts, it had nothing to do with him being patronising. She used that as an excuse. Again, not one single person would have said he was being patronising had she not said he was.
@@mondaymorning9822 She pointed out he was being patronising because he was being patronising. She is human and had every right to react to him the way she did. He was unkind in the way he was asking the question.
don't know what was patronising about that question tbf. To paraphrase..'you made several unforced errors, you missed a crucial volley, do you think you need to improve this in your game to go on and win a major?' So analysing a match and asking a player where they need to improve is now patronising?
@Tim Dev You do not quite seem to grasp the term "snowflake". Are you perhaps the idiot journalist who didn't quite grasp the difference between being a journalist and being her coach?
Good for her. These dumb questions after someone loses is a waste of time. Not pleasant being there after a loss and being dissected on your game. She’s a pro, handles herself with dignity. Love her.
English tennis media are the worst . Always very passive aggressive in their tone and an underlying arrogance combined with ignorance . Are they part time tennis media ? Tennis tv Commentary is also revealing of how little they know about the game yet are so sure of themselves.
Well said Jo, chin up!!!! Get yourself ready for the US open. I'm not sure why British sports journalists expect our athletes to win every tournament, as if anybody representing Britain should be winning with minimal fuss and if they don't win, the press turn against them. Sick!!!! She's world number 19, can get to the latter stages of the slams, has a really good game and can only get better, she is only 28!!!! Federer is 37, Serena Williams is 37. There are a number of other players in their mid thirties and still competing for slams. Sports journalists were giving Andy Murray a hard time for years before he won the US Open. Some sports journalists think they can serve as a motivational tool simply because they're unable to articulate what they actually see on the tennis court. Johanna Konta had a good tournament and she played some really good games. Johanna and her team will know exactly what parts of her game to work on and she will come back stronger.
Real journalists ask tough questions whether they are upsetting or not. Too many softball snowflakes in the media. This journo deserves a medal for his critique of Konta who has always been prickly in her own right.
I watched the match, and the journalist had a point, particularly with the smash at the net, making it easy for her opponent. He did sound harsh and sometimes there is no easy way of saying things. All Jo had to say was...yeah I made mistakes and I'll be reviewing my performance in due course.
What the hell is wrong with the interviewer? That was patronising and insulting. you perhaps could have done better"... 'PRESUMABLY want to win one day'... there are diplomatic ways of asking that kind of thing if you feel you have to go that way with questioning.
To the journalists that were asking the ‚patronising‘ questions: you were obviously disappointed that a great british hope was knocked out.. but sport is sport and you can‘t always guarantee the preferred outcome.. also the player is human - some days they‘re at their best, other times not.. I appreciate you were trying to be tactful pointing out that Konta made some possible unforced errors at key points but it came across as being ‚very critical‘.. Konta handled it well.. if you wish to support her then ask questions that are more neutral - you‘re journalists, you‘re paid to ask neutral questions.. otherwise keep quiet.. there are times when keeping quiet is the better option.
Hahaha....the reporter made a legitimate point! Touche!! But then he ruined by forcing the issues and then it DID become patronizing. And then she was entitled to respond in the way that she did.
Usually, I don't like players berating journalists, but this guy truly sounded like he's some kind of a coach or a headmaster. "Don't you wanna learn from this, little girl?" It sounded really annoying and I understand her reaction.
Questions were fair but the tone and way they were worded and asked was arrogant and rude. Clearly the reporter is missing in self awareness and tact. I think the reporter didn't believe Jo was taking responsibility and was annoyed himself with her distancing the mistakes and giving the opponent more credit than due, rather than being more self critical.
It seems to me like the journalist cares about the sport, and cares about her. He is frustrated that such a naturally talented person is throwing everything away because she is stubborn and refuses to admit her faults. He was out of line a bit, but only out of frustration. I believe he is a fan.
I agree. He noticed that she was refusing to take responsibility for her loss. He pretty much heard her say "yeah sometimes people are better than me and there's nothing I can do about it so I had no choice but to lose." Then he said "so.... okay are you trying to be the best of the best or are you just trying to do your best and make a good living? cuz it sounds like you just want to do your best and we thought you wanted to win" We should be thankful that he's asking the real questions
Good for you Jo and that is a good mental attitude! Do not berate yourself, do your best and enjoy the game! If others are frustrated with how you played screw them! Tell them to pick up a racket and play the worlds best on the biggest stage. Go Jo 👍
No mate, if her mental attitude ON the court was close to what it is when talking to journalists she might have a chance. She choked in that game, and should have admitted as much.
Only just seen this (I saw about 20 seconds live on the way out, and made a mental note to look at the video later.) Comparing the sheer arrogance and passive-aggressive approach of the journalist with the polite but assertive response of Jo Konta was a wonderful example of the natural communication skills that Jo possesses. It must be horrible being obliged to face a press corp within a couple of minutes of losing such a crucial match, and she gave a masterclass in how to handle it.
Some of these questions are brain dead and have obvious answers. Strange. Clearly the guy who was being patronising has no idea about the game, the effort involved or the fitness needed. Complete tool of a man. Excellent effort Jo, loved watching you play and best of luck next time around!
how bout those who are quick to judge how a person loses go out there and play and see how things happen before asking those stupid questions it happens you have good days and not so good days you deal with it and move on
I have watched Jo Konta for a few years now and seen her get better as the years past. I think she will get that big win one day and the press have not got the right to tear her down, even world number one players get beat, and one other thing the British crowd were such a sad bunch not to give her the support in that match. to Jo you played very well through out your matches just keep doing what you do.
Still appreciate how she handled this kind of reporter. Instead of simply getting perspectives from the professional/expert, some want to assert themselves as all-knowing, and the inquiry is simply a means to affirm their opinion. J. Konta was able to articulate this toxic approach to journalism in her response. She is a class act.
It's like he's saying we will never have a British female win Wimbledon ever again, he is totally picking on her and everyone at Wimbledon today said she should have expected those questions like wtf 😤 I'm glad she answered back good on her
No player should be subjected to that sort of searching to hostile inquisition. Obviously she did the best she could at the time and would be hurting because she had lost the match and tournament. This interviewer was just sticking the boot in to get a reaction from her sorrow, and people like him should be screened out to stop this sort of thing happening to her again. He should be ashamed of himself. She can stand tall and take heart that we are all rooting for her for future matches because she is a champion and worthy of respect.
Put yourself in a similar situation - you've had maybe not your best day at work (We've all had them) Your boss probes you with a mixture of sarcasm and mild ridicule. How would you react?
He was obviously disappointed in her performance and maybe was rooting for Jo. Still doesn’t give him the chops to speak down to her as if she was his employee.
Fair play to her. She just got knocked out of a grand slam. She's an athlete, her challenge is bettering herself and coming back stronger. Best of luck to her for the next one!
How was that patronising? Just a probing question. Incidentally if she stopped being so precious about the question and actually thought about it, she might take it to the next match and do even better. What is patronising is to call someone doing their job disrespectful for actually asking an informed question.
salty... i dont think he was rude, if you lose you cant say you have nothing to change because you will allways and she was rude because she asked if that is his profesional opinion, he is sport jurnalist and mostly a jurnalist, his job is to ases her performance and ask question!
I have NEVER EVER seen such a fucking rude question in one of these interviews before. Who the HELL does he think he is? It's not his place to tell her this- its his coach
@@aaronwilkins1843 I have not yet decided on this prickly point. On grammar, yes. I only try to help. I thought the emoticons showed that. If you wish, I can be abusive like the other correctors.
Anyone who plays tennis knows that she bottled it, just like she did at the French. That type of situation will have happened to pretty much everyone who has played tennis at one stage or another. The concern for Konta is that it keeps happening to her. In her recent defeats she has begun matches relaxed and has looked comfortably better than her opponents, but then the pressure builds towards the end of sets and her unforced errors sky rocket. Happened to her in the French semis, also in the Wimbledon match before this one (she was fortunate that her opponent was also making lots of unforced errors) and it happened to her in this quarter final defeat when her forehand broke down. She seems to realise that it's an issue as she has regularly used sports psychologists but it's still the biggest flaw in her game. It's a shame as her level of play has been incredible recently, until these moments when the pressure has clearly got to her and her game crumbles.
The journalist was a wanker..konta is playing great tennis but today she came up against a great grass court player who has the slice and topspin off both wings and served much better then konta. No 1 died, she has already done alot on a tennis court that most will never achieve
I've been looking for Barbora's press conference on UA-cam. Wimbledon don't seem to care enough about her (even though she's a semi-finalist) to upload it on their channel. Does anyone know where I can find it?
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Great answer by Konta. Quite impressed with the way she handled the whole thing.
@ST 23 She said she did the best she could whether you believe her or not that's a different story altogether.
she beats herself when she loses.
She's a petulant brat who tried once more to deflect attention to her opponent rather than take it on the chin that she choked on the big occasion again.
Steven Nicholas If she doesn't face the truth I'm afraid she'll just never win titles. Thirty three unforced errors is nearly a set.
Steven Nicholas how the hell was she petulant? Professional tennis players give their lives to win major tournament, if some twerp journalist started lecturing me about what I have to do to reach the next level I’d snap at him too. The guy was being a dick.
I am so happy Konta stood up to his questions...we all know that she did the best she could...
I don't get why there is even a press conference for players after they lost. They have just been beaten. It's either fluff questions or hurtful ones. Honestly just an all around weird experience for both the players and the journalists.
i agree, they are bullshit.
Sooo fighters have press confrences after getting knocked out. If u can't come out and connect with your fans after u lose. You're mentally weak and fragile
I agree...it's humiliating and it makes no sense. The players need to come together and say enough is enough.
You make a valid point. It is only bec she is British. They do the same in France during Roland Garros. I can't recall if we do this in the US. Do we?
@@kacchank8696 Which Konta is not. Altho' she could have detailed where she failed in this match. Too much pressure perhaps?
That was a great response to those harsh questions! For anyone else in this situation, here's another option: "I have a professional tennis coach, and we will analyze and discuss how to improve on this. A press conference is not the right place for that analysis."
snowflake
As if people could not figure that out themselves - you're so patronising! 😆
What about: "Sure, 33 unforced errors is a lot and I hope to improve on that, as to wishing to win a GS one day, you bet"
Media's expectations that she should win Wimbledon and asking questions like that... give her a break man..
I'm not a big Konta fan, but that interviewer was plain disrespectful. She was right to say what she did.
Omg incredible! What a total Jerk!
God.
She had 2 great tournaments!
She is so well mannered! So well spoken
She was too nice with him. Players should be allowed to put these petty journalists in their place
Anyone would want to improve everyday no matter the profession, if a player can improve to the point where they could win Grand Slams that is a bonus. Improvements don't stop because you win a Grand Slam.
@@Jackgritty28 Dude your mom's calling you
@@RichTake I hope not!
That reporter must have lost a big bet that hinged on that match. And it is not difficult to figure out. All the other favorites won their respective matches on that day except for Konta. He was just in the unique position to unload his pent up frustration to the player's face. I really wanted to tell Madison Keys what I thought last week when she lost to P. Hercog. 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
Lol, i lost a big bet
@@baboom007 Haha 🤣, sorry dude.
Many people when watching their favourite lose are like "wtf are you doing moron, how could you miss that??!! Can you play tennis whatsoever dumbass?". The reporter decided to bring this to the press conference which definitely wasn't smart of him 😅🤦🏻♂️.
You handled yourself well there Konta 👌🏻💪🏼
Total disrespect on the part of the so- called journalist who was indeed patronising and unprofessional. Her dignified response showed that SHE is the professional.Game,set and match !!
exactly
Good for Jo! Tennis is often excessively polite, and she stood up for herself in a classy and authoritative way.
Harsh questions to ask someone who just lost. Basically bullying her.
NAOMI OSAKA CLEARLY HAS A POINT. CHANGE IS DEFINITELY NEEDED.
What is that? Ban press conferences or ban uncomfortable questions? Or maybe make black list of 'uncomfortable' journalists? Sounds like censorship.And BTW - I think that rude journalists are annoying (to say at least), but athlete can always skip the question if he/she doesn't like it. Osaka is simply immature, because she didn't contact organizers first. Adults talk and then make decision. She didn't. Also I don't get why she doesn't work with professional sport psychologist on daily basis like, let's say, Iga Świątek.
@@vojtasjedyny Osaka says about herself she is shy... but she only wants to be spotted by the mass media. She thinks she is the new Lao Tse... Spoiled girl, spoiled generation...
@@vojtasjedyny Abolish press conferences altogether. The goal of press conferences - interaction between the players and their fans - is more than superseded by the existence of social media, where both the players and the fans can interact in a much more meaningful way, and without some clueless jerks posing you questions they didn't even thnk through properly and probably will forget before the next player reaches the press room.
Also, most tournaments do now even show the full pressers to the fans, so that even that original goal is not fulfilled.
@@alexanderstiefelmann5982 You clearly don't understand the purpose of pc. Primary goal is providing information for journalists and PR departments of various organisations e.g. WTA, French Tennis Federation etc. They also need quotes. Fans can communicate via social media.
sports journalism is disgraceful. The edge to that question was outrageous.
That question from a stranger to Konta just after she had lost was tactless and ridiculous. If she does have a 'big point' issue that's for herself and her expert team to discuss.
Were all those 33 unforced errors "big points"? Of course not. He implied she's a choker and she reacted accordingly.
The British media have to except she was outplayed by a better player on the day, give credit when its due to her opponent rather blaming Konta for not being good enough!
And she stated from the beginning that her opponent played better than her.
@VELLE BUE ANIMATION I agree. Her first serve percentage (which the opponent has no part in was a lowly 51%)
@VELLE BUE ANIMATION yes her unforced errors went up and up and her serving was poor, but why should she dissect her own game in public? What would she gain from that? Do you think it is possible she will look at her performance in her own time and with her coach to work out ways to improve or do you think she will ignore this match as just another loss and move aimlessly on. Perhaps the clue is when she says she is a professional tennis player, part of which is developing the personal qualities to deal with a requirement that she go before the press after every match. Speaking in public is known to be THE most anxiety provoking experience in the general public. Would you be able to speak publicly about yourself after a bad day at work, a day in which you knew your every move and gesture was being examined in slow motion and commented upon? Would you not want to to do everything you can to cut out mistakes. Would you not want to succeed and feel aggrieved if someone used words like presumably to describe your lifetimes ambition? How many of us have 100% certainty that we could cope??
@@jonahyoung347 I refer you to Ash Barty's post-match presser, after her defeat.
@VELLE BUE ANIMATION you makes some fair points; perhaps you might also 1) direct me to the contradictory statements you say I made throughout my comments, and 2) answer some of the questions I asked you. Thank you. Hope you are enjoying the Roger v Raffa match as I type..??!!
I want to dislike Konta since she plays for Great Britain. But she's completely right here, a great player and a very well spoken person. The interviewer was out of line
These journalists are unbelievable!!! I’ve never seen anything like this they’re so rude and disrespectful
2:41 BOOM! She was right on point.
She tried her best why knock her for that
If she tried her best, then maybe she's simply not good enough to win a slam? If her best means getting destroyed in the quarter finals.
@@jugular911 maybe she isn't but there is no reason too knock her for that
@@jugular911 she didn't exactly get destroyed
@@scottburbridge8378 fact, she is not good enough.
Is that knocking her?
No its just a fact. Ppl need to grow up.
@@gcg8187 the questioning was harsh he tried to insuate she wasn't trying
As a fan of female American tennis players, I typically don't pay attention to most others. However, I must say that today, I am a huge fan of Ms Konta. I am so impresssssssssed at how she stood up for herself so eloquently with strength and dignity........I'M HERE FOR THE APPLAUSE.......I'M HERE FOR THE APPLAUSE....YOU GO!!!!!!
Tennis Girl she’s a cunt. so all dumb softball questions huh? be a professional and face the fire.
*claps*
What's there to stand up for a man? She made a lot of mistakes today that were completely on Forest, and it's calling into question whether or not she really has what it takes to be a true champion.
She just hides it by being positive about how great her appointment was and how she did her best.
We have our answer, she pretty much communicated to us that she doesn't have what it takes to be a champion, she'll just be a pretty good player and make a nice living from tennis and working hard.
@@gcg8187 so the press needs to accept that she's a good player and not great and capable of winning a GS. I believe she will one day win one. Henman never did and has a hill named after him.
As if these journalists played better tennis than Konta. They always have an air of superiority to players. What a shame. They don’t get the fact that they actually have a job because of these players.
Damn right! This journalist shouldn't be so bold as to ask journalistic questions! How very dare he!
he was being rude. simple
@@lailataluminousnight8064 No, he was being a journalist. Trust me, if you think this is rude, you'll go crazy when you find out about newspapers hacking dead children's mobile phones.
Yuheng Mao The players need the journalists more than the journalists need the players .... without the media the athletes wouldn’t have the same platform and wouldn’t be making the same money that they currently do.
If you don’t understand this basic fact then you’re an idiot.
@@lucasduncan1082 The players get paid according to the fanbase, noone cares about journalists lol, especially the ones doing these conferences. Do you think that in 2019 players won't get the same recognition without them? Have you ever heard of UA-cam? Plenty of players have channels with millions of subs already. I think you are the only idiot here. #journalismiscancer
You go Ms. Konta! More power to you! We can only imagine what it’s like and what it takes to even get to your level. Nay sayers and haters be dashed.
Yes . haters be dashed ! I will remember that . Thank you!
I love her answers and her tone..
There seems to be no professional code of conduct amongst some so called 'journalists'.
Johanna, You are one of my favorite players. You did your best and you will do even better next time. You are a true champion. I remember your win in Indian Wells. Was there and loved your game. Today did not go your way, but you gave it all.
you mean she choked
Lovely comment
I think the reporter initially made a valid point--that perhaps Konta's mental strength (or lack thereof) had a bigger part to play in the match outcome than her opponent's play--and Konta responded with an equally valid response. She said she stood by her decisions and her play, and that people can choose to agree or disagree with that answer. That's where the line of questioning should have ended. She gave the reporter her assessment of the match and reaffirmed it...but because he disagreed with it, then tried to patronize her into, basically, admitting that she chocked. Just because you don't agree with a player's perspective of events, doesn't give you the license to keep prodding them to validate your perspective. The reporter should've just agreed to disagree, and move on. It's her career. Kudos to Konta for calling him out.
Soooo glad Konta shut this reporter down. Good for you, Johanna!
lqaka 24/7 so all dumb softball questions huh? be a professional and face the fire.
Johanna seems like a nice person it's a pity she's got to take this abuse of these total idiots
She didn't 'take' it. For the last guy she delivered probably her best return of the day.
Very harsh question by reporter it was aimed to devalue Konta as a player but she showed true character in not letting him get away with his unprofessional opinion ! I think it is more a reflection on the journalist if that’s what one can call him . A weak man , perhaps he is the one in need of real improvement. Best of luck to Konta in the future .
personally I think jo konta is a credit to her sport and is one of the best player's we've had for years and that guy was rude and impertinent how dare he cast such aspersions towards her in that fashion disgraceful!
How dare he mention the 33 unforced errors and ask her what she is going to do about it. She has every right to act like a spoilt child and get annoyed at criticism.
Born and raised in Australia. Was a child in Australia, grew up there , went to school there , did her teenage years there and speaks with an Aussie accent .
So why is she playing for England?
…Because she’s a British citizen and she can.
@@TheFever77
She's a dual citizen, unless she dropped her Aussie one too .
You totally missed my point . She renounced her whole history .
She was right, and what is more she was commendably restrained in her response. That man needs to go back to interview school.
yes
I N Why bring gender into it?! Who cares if the reporter is a man? You should have just said “person” (especially since he might not even identify as a man...). People like you make me sick, you right-wing devil.
@@lucasduncan1082 hes a man!
AJ Malfoy How do you know? How dare you make that assumption!
@@lucasduncan1082 🤣🤣🤣 hes a Male, a man, the stronger sex,
Sports journalists...the ones who didn't fight hard enough for their dreams.
Ouchh..
Hahaha
She will discuss the match with her team and make adjustments. Konta has had a GREAT year; why the need from the press to make her feel terrible about the match?
Exactly! More players need to speak up!
She's a class act, this lady. Smart, composed, articulate. Interesting. Attractive. Lady Croft gone tennis woman. Sure, she bungled a few points. Yeah, it may have influenced the end result. But hey, at 02:35, "... somebody who PRESUMABLY wants to go on from here." WTF? "Presumably" ? She's right, the asshole is downright patronizing! "Presumably"? Disrespectful, too, to question Konta's dedication and professionalism. She's absolutely correct to kick him in the balls. I wonder how Kyrgios would have roasted the jackass. Oh, and at 03:50, "I'm no less of a person if I don't get past this point... or even if I do!". Golden, wise words, Johanna. You have class.
I think the first question about the unforced errors and missed volley etc was fair, although he could’ve worded it a lot better. It was almost rubbing salt in a wound. However I think she was right to call him out about the second part about “presumably wanting to go further and win GS” - not only was a stupid question but definitely patronising and rude. Hats off to Johanna for standing up to that fool.
best comment here
It's not his job to cuddle her. If she has wounds and she's upset and butthurt that's her problem. He needs to ask the question.
And the real question is does she want to be the best or does she just want to be a good player do her best and make a nice living off of tennis. And we got our answer, she doesn't want to be the best of the best. She'll just kind of imply it because it looks bad to say otherwise
He sounds like a Boss interrogating his employee after she failed to meet her targets
Excellent comment. I must say I didn't watch the match but if the questions by the reporter were correct then she did try and divert attention as to why she did not win.
100% agree with Konta. She is being asked WHY she lost, as though she is to blame in some way. Also extremely patronising being lectured by a reporter about “learning and improving”..It’s Competitive sport - there is another player on the other side of the net - this guy is a joke, maybe someone should ask him - live on camera - about why he isn’t able to do his job..
@Tim Dev It is possible to lose a game where it's not your fault because someone plays better than you. Of course we are all tennis experts sitting and watching the game!🙄
So you're telling me she lost then she had nothing to do with it? I don't think you know anything about the mentality you need to have to be a champion.
@@rozdon7307 winner don't think like this. Winners take responsibility for losing, that's how they improve.
He's pretty much saying "wow you're not going to take responsibility for losing? Do you even want to win a grand slam do you want to be the best of the best? Because it looks like you just want to do your best and be happy"
I am a Music student, and sometimes I see other musicians enter competitions and and lose, and when they don't take responsibility for their loss and just say that they did their best and other people just did better, it's amateur. And they don't improve.
They just want to be positive and feel good, instead of looking at the cold hard truth that they are responsible for not being good enough. It's not your opponent's responsibility that you're not good enough to win.
It's a Winner's mindset man just look it up
That reporter is the internet personified.
Agreed!
No, he's just saying what most people are thinking. She can't handle the pressure of the big matches and he's questioning that.
She bottled it!
oldroanio hahahaha! Know exactly where that’s from 😀
He gets paid to ask players those questions. It's important to ask why someone choked.
Well said Johanna, stand your ground you deserve to be treated with respect, that guy was behaving like a JERK period.
Tennis Girl she’s a cunt and you’re a moron. so all dumb softball questions huh? be a professional and face the fire.
Franky ur a fucking moron
She's a Bottler!
@Franky what is your problem
I don't think he was, I think he wanted her to admit responsibility for her mistakes and not dodging. He tried to be very respectful, if he wasn't he would have said you played very poorly today you made a ton of mistakes that were unforced what are you going to do about it
Not only is she in the top tennis players in the world but her mind is so sharp and she was quick to call this guy in all rightness. Johanna you are awesome!
First, press interviews with the loser should be optional and at the athlete’s discretion. That being said, Konta was very gracious and and professional with her responses. Good for her. She’s a competitive athlete and will continue to improve her game.
Moronic questions all around, but particularly the snarky patronising prat she called out.
The questions were truly disrespectful in the manner and tone they were asked. I’m happy that she caught on and the moderator quickly asked for another question.
TBF, she was avoiding a self-analysis that he evidenced was needed. And she will need to do this in order to move forward - The media does have a job to do.
Older tennis players (Serena/Federer/Nadal/Djokovic) seem to be dominating the game, suggesting a lot of young (but well paid) mediocrity coming through. But at the end of the day Tennis players/golfers livelihoods hang on their own performances, so I'm pretty sure they're more critical of their own performances than any journalist can articulate, so I find this kind of press conference pointless. When are we going to get footballers under the spotlight instead of allowing them to hide behind the rest of the team & let the manager face the music? That's what I want to see.
you cannot call a player "mediocrity" because at 19-23 age old he cannot cope with being in the most prestigious tennis tournament in the world. Its true that its quite strange that many of these rising stars felt at the starting line but it doesnt mean nothing. Even if we only look at this year, there is still the US open, Rodgers CUP and the masters 1000
What a tool. Presumably! He said presumably. That guy asked that question to provoke her. Good reply Konta
Beautifully done Jo, you showed a lot of dignity. I'd have told him to f**k off, which isn't very professional. Hopefully the Wimbledon management removed his press pass.
I totally agree with you. I'd love to see how that guy wud of played. I think the way she handled herself answering his question was completely right, he was patronising her. In no way am I a femanist but In my opinion he wud not hav spoken to her like that if she was a bloke!
Absolutely, but it also shows the lack of skill from the press at Wimbledon. If you watch the interview Andy Murray and Serena Williams did after their second match. The press ask Andy the same question about his plans for playing America 3 times in a row. They don't have the intelligence to listen to whats going on. In fact in their next interview, the pair embarrass the press by highlighting it.
It could have been a fair question (self-improvement) had he not implied that she hadn't been candid in her previous answer, in which she gave credit to her opponent.
@@Taylor-td5sp I know what you mean, but there's a thin line between a tough question and an offensive one. I'm afraid the journalist crossed that line. She could as well have outsmarted him, saying for example "I see you appreciate IBM facts, so I think you'll be glad to know that 2019 has been my best year so far". What about that?!!
@@Taylor-td5sp Fine we've negotiated a common ground. Greetings from Brazil!
The numbers were pretty bad, and she did say she wouldn’t change anything she did. Her response of being “patronised” was a cop out to fully answer the question.
He was patronising in the way he was talking to her. It sounded like he was scolding a child. He had no right!
Georgia Barker don’t be ridiculous, you’re only saying that because Konta has made a big deal of it. He was quoting the actual numbers, nothing patronising. If she hadn’t said it was patronising then no one would have said it either. SHE was the one who acted hostile by saying “is that from your professional opinion” she obviously knew he was not a professional tennis player. She couldn’t handle the question so called it “patronising”. Quite childish really.
@@mondaymorning9822 The numbers were bad. She did not have a good match. All that is true. It doesn't take away from the fact that he was almost hostile in the way he was asking the question. Like I said, it sounded like he was scolding a child. She would have been feeling terrible about the loss and the way she played. There was no need for him to be 'rubbing salt in her wound'. It was bullying behaviour.
Georgia Barker if she never said he was being patronising literally no one would be saying he was. Anyone who enters a post match press conference, having had a bad match, and then say they would not have changed anything about the way they played, should expect the numbers to be quoted to them. She didn’t like the facts, it had nothing to do with him being patronising. She used that as an excuse. Again, not one single person would have said he was being patronising had she not said he was.
@@mondaymorning9822 She pointed out he was being patronising because he was being patronising. She is human and had every right to react to him the way she did. He was unkind in the way he was asking the question.
don't know what was patronising about that question tbf. To paraphrase..'you made several unforced errors, you missed a crucial volley, do you think you need to improve this in your game to go on and win a major?' So analysing a match and asking a player where they need to improve is now patronising?
Does anyone know who the journalist was and who he works for? I wonder this is never mentioned in the media surrounding this?
Alan Brazil
@Tim Dev Thanks for that Timmy
@@markshaw9849 he has no idea who the journalist is, that's why he's being a jerk.
I was wondering that too. The player is putting herself out there after losing but this jerk gets to remain anonymous.
@Tim Dev You do not quite seem to grasp the term "snowflake". Are you perhaps the idiot journalist who didn't quite grasp the difference between being a journalist and being her coach?
Good for her. These dumb questions after someone loses is a waste of time. Not pleasant being there after a loss and being dissected on your game. She’s a pro, handles herself with dignity. Love her.
English tennis media are the worst . Always very passive aggressive in their tone and an underlying arrogance combined with ignorance . Are they part time tennis media ? Tennis tv Commentary is also revealing of how little they know about the game yet are so sure of themselves.
Well said Jo, chin up!!!! Get yourself ready for the US open.
I'm not sure why British sports journalists expect our athletes to win every tournament, as if anybody representing Britain should be winning with minimal fuss and if they don't win, the press turn against them.
Sick!!!!
She's world number 19, can get to the latter stages of the slams, has a really good game and can only get better, she is only 28!!!! Federer is 37, Serena Williams is 37. There are a number of other players in their mid thirties and still competing for slams.
Sports journalists were giving Andy Murray a hard time for years before he won the US Open.
Some sports journalists think they can serve as a motivational tool simply because they're unable to articulate what they actually see on the tennis court.
Johanna Konta had a good tournament and she played some really good games.
Johanna and her team will know exactly what parts of her game to work on and she will come back stronger.
Who critiques the 'journalists' ? This guy was well below par!
Real journalists ask tough questions whether they are upsetting or not. Too many softball snowflakes in the media. This journo deserves a medal for his critique of Konta who has always been prickly in her own right.
crayzee1372 she’s a cunt and you’re a moron. so all dumb softball questions huh? be a professional and face the fire.
I watched the match, and the journalist had a point, particularly with the smash at the net, making it easy for her opponent. He did sound harsh and sometimes there is no easy way of saying things. All Jo had to say was...yeah I made mistakes and I'll be reviewing my performance in due course.
What the hell is wrong with the interviewer? That was patronising and insulting. you perhaps could have done better"... 'PRESUMABLY want to win one day'... there are diplomatic ways of asking that kind of thing if you feel you have to go that way with questioning.
I know that was just very uncalled for
To the journalists that were asking the ‚patronising‘ questions: you were obviously disappointed that a great british hope was knocked out.. but sport is sport and you can‘t always guarantee the preferred outcome.. also the player is human - some days they‘re at their best, other times not.. I appreciate you were trying to be tactful pointing out that Konta made some possible unforced errors at key points but it came across as being ‚very critical‘.. Konta handled it well.. if you wish to support her then ask questions that are more neutral - you‘re journalists, you‘re paid to ask neutral questions.. otherwise keep quiet.. there are times when keeping quiet is the better option.
boo hoo...go get some more tampons
Hahaha....the reporter made a legitimate point! Touche!! But then he ruined by forcing the issues and then it DID become patronizing. And then she was entitled to respond in the way that she did.
Something not quite right there...
Usually, I don't like players berating journalists, but this guy truly sounded like he's some kind of a coach or a headmaster. "Don't you wanna learn from this, little girl?" It sounded really annoying and I understand her reaction.
This is torture to watch. Big Ups to Naomi Osaka for bring attention to this hideous ritual.
Every player can lose now and then it's part of the game it's not a crime
andrew wyatt yeah and then they discuss it. Same in boxing and football and many other sports.
@@nicjfrancis agree totally
Questions were fair but the tone and way they were worded and asked was arrogant and rude. Clearly the reporter is missing in self awareness and tact.
I think the reporter didn't believe Jo was taking responsibility and was annoyed himself with her distancing the mistakes and giving the opponent more credit than due, rather than being more self critical.
Guess he should get into coaching then. She'd already answered a similar question so for me he was just trying to get a rise out of her.
But that was not is call to make
It seems to me like the journalist cares about the sport, and cares about her. He is frustrated that such a naturally talented person is throwing everything away because she is stubborn and refuses to admit her faults. He was out of line a bit, but only out of frustration. I believe he is a fan.
Do you play tennis ?
@@vilovilo8286 I do. Even if I didn't however I am still allowed to have an opinion.
@Ryan King i would
I agree. He noticed that she was refusing to take responsibility for her loss.
He pretty much heard her say "yeah sometimes people are better than me and there's nothing I can do about it so I had no choice but to lose."
Then he said "so.... okay are you trying to be the best of the best or are you just trying to do your best and make a good living? cuz it sounds like you just want to do your best and we thought you wanted to win"
We should be thankful that he's asking the real questions
@@gcg8187 yh 100%.
Good for you Jo and that is a good mental attitude! Do not berate yourself, do your best and enjoy the game! If others are frustrated with how you played screw them! Tell them to pick up a racket and play the worlds best on the biggest stage. Go Jo 👍
No mate, if her mental attitude ON the court was close to what it is when talking to journalists she might have a chance. She choked in that game, and should have admitted as much.
Her game and her comments are her prerogative and she doesn’t have to explain or justify anything.
Good response from Johanna!!!
The man was rude end of story!
thank you. and he didn't even shut up
Only just seen this (I saw about 20 seconds live on the way out, and made a mental note to look at the video later.) Comparing the sheer arrogance and passive-aggressive approach of the journalist with the polite but assertive response of Jo Konta was a wonderful example of the natural communication skills that Jo possesses. It must be horrible being obliged to face a press corp within a couple of minutes of losing such a crucial match, and she gave a masterclass in how to handle it.
Love Jo and how she speaks to the people. Like a queen 👸. All the best to her. I wish she will win next Wimbledon🎾
Some of these questions are brain dead and have obvious answers. Strange. Clearly the guy who was being patronising has no idea about the game, the effort involved or the fitness needed. Complete tool of a man. Excellent effort Jo, loved watching you play and best of luck next time around!
Fabulous response to a All too common attitude ... regarding Patronizing! One classy Lady.
That guy was a jerk.
Jo, you played an amazing tournament and you’ve been playing an amazing season! 💪🏻😎
how bout those who are quick to judge how a person loses go out there and play and see how things happen before asking those stupid questions it happens you have good days and not so good days you deal with it and move on
Man, she handled that really well : )
She handled it well✅
I have watched Jo Konta for a few years now and seen her get better as the years past.
I think she will get that big win one day and the press have not got the right to tear her down,
even world number one players get beat, and one other thing the British crowd were such a sad bunch not to give her the support in that match. to Jo you played very well through out your matches just keep doing what you do.
Maybe Strycova is just better than her. So what. Well played Konta. Keep up the good work.
Still appreciate how she handled this kind of reporter. Instead of simply getting perspectives from the professional/expert, some want to assert themselves as all-knowing, and the inquiry is simply a means to affirm their opinion. J. Konta was able to articulate this toxic approach to journalism in her response. She is a class act.
The man asking the questions is a fool
It's like he's saying we will never have a British female win Wimbledon ever again, he is totally picking on her and everyone at Wimbledon today said she should have expected those questions like wtf 😤 I'm glad she answered back good on her
He was absolutely patronising her. "it's all very well saying...". That is a tone only her parents have the right to take with her.
thank you
No player should be subjected to that sort of searching to hostile inquisition. Obviously she did the best she could at the time and would be hurting because she had lost the match and tournament. This interviewer was just sticking the boot in to get a reaction from her sorrow, and people like him should be screened out to stop this sort of thing happening to her again. He should be ashamed of himself. She can stand tall and take heart that we are all rooting for her for future matches because she is a champion and worthy of respect.
Questions were harsh but fair, clearly she made unforced mistakes, wasn’t all down to the opponent being great
He's not her coach. He should stay in his lane.
What player doesn’t make unforced errors in a match? I’m sorry, a poor line of questioning. Maybe he had money on her winning lol
kenny662 but she had a lot
Cornwall1888 you’re pretty much saying that she bottled it. I think when it comes to this level of competition, to stick such a label is unkind.
You think She doesn't know that.90 % of matches are won by the opponent unforced errors.
Don't see anything disrespectful about that question. The dude has a point.
Put yourself in a similar situation - you've had maybe not your best day at work (We've all had them) Your boss probes you with a mixture of sarcasm and mild ridicule.
How would you react?
He was obviously disappointed in her performance and maybe was rooting for Jo. Still doesn’t give him the chops to speak down to her as if she was his employee.
Fair play to her. She just got knocked out of a grand slam. She's an athlete, her challenge is bettering herself and coming back stronger. Best of luck to her for the next one!
True
How did Tywin Lannister put it:
Whoever says "I am the king" is no the king.
Is no true king***
How was that patronising? Just a probing question. Incidentally if she stopped being so precious about the question and actually thought about it, she might take it to the next match and do even better. What is patronising is to call someone doing their job disrespectful for actually asking an informed question.
nice way to treat your number one British player... should have represented Australia or Hungary
Konta was bang on with her response
The journalist made a point but in a horrible way
salty... i dont think he was rude, if you lose you cant say you have nothing to change because you will allways and she was rude because she asked if that is his profesional opinion, he is sport jurnalist and mostly a jurnalist, his job is to ases her performance and ask question!
fair play Jo for sticking up for yourself. The way the journalist was asking the questions was completely unnecessary. What an utter prick.
I have NEVER EVER seen such a fucking rude question in one of these interviews before. Who the HELL does he think he is? It's not his place to tell her this- its his coach
Her coach.
@@mckavitt13 take a bow for pointing out the one typo instead of engaging with the actual point
@@aaronwilkins1843 I have not yet decided on this prickly point. On grammar, yes. I only try to help. I thought the emoticons showed that. If you wish, I can be abusive like the other correctors.
Anyone who plays tennis knows that she bottled it, just like she did at the French. That type of situation will have happened to pretty much everyone who has played tennis at one stage or another. The concern for Konta is that it keeps happening to her. In her recent defeats she has begun matches relaxed and has looked comfortably better than her opponents, but then the pressure builds towards the end of sets and her unforced errors sky rocket. Happened to her in the French semis, also in the Wimbledon match before this one (she was fortunate that her opponent was also making lots of unforced errors) and it happened to her in this quarter final defeat when her forehand broke down. She seems to realise that it's an issue as she has regularly used sports psychologists but it's still the biggest flaw in her game. It's a shame as her level of play has been incredible recently, until these moments when the pressure has clearly got to her and her game crumbles.
The journalist was a wanker..konta is playing great tennis but today she came up against a great grass court player who has the slice and topspin off both wings and served much better then konta. No 1 died, she has already done alot on a tennis court that most will never achieve
Support her not fu**ing patronise her....silly reporter with no tennis in him.
I've been looking for Barbora's press conference on UA-cam. Wimbledon don't seem to care enough about her (even though she's a semi-finalist) to upload it on their channel. Does anyone know where I can find it?