Tennis star Katie Boulter: Stalker threatens her – I will hurt you!”

Tennis star Katie Boulter: Stalker threatens her – I will hurt you!”

At the Nottingham Open, British tennis number one Katie Boulter experienced a shocking incident that left her terrified. A stalker threatened the 28-year-old in a message: “I will hurt you if you come out.” This experience that the tennis player had in conversation with... Guardian is just the latest in a series of disturbing incidents she has suffered over the past 18 months. Despite the sporting success that catapulted her among the best players in the world, Boulter had to fear for her safety in the face of such threats.

Threat and rapid response

Following the threat, WTA's response proved extremely effective as the suspect was caught on the spot. Boulter praised the organization's protective measures: "They really do an excellent job of protecting us." Nevertheless, there is a bitter aftertaste: "Unfortunately, such situations have somehow become normal. It's a crazy world" - with these words the Englishwoman expresses her resignation about the increasing threats. She also had similar experiences in the past when she was chased by an unknown vehicle during a meeting with her friend and tennis professional Alex de Minaur.

Boulter reflects on the challenges of living in the spotlight and the dangers that come with it, particularly for women in the public eye. "It happens to all of us. Unfortunately, it's part of it," said the tennis player. In an environment where fans and attention often lead to threatening encounters, it is not only athletic talent that remains important, but also the ability to ensure personal safety, which is a particular concern these days. How T Online reports, Boulter addresses the problem that such incidents cannot be eliminated from the world and are a constant issue when one is in the public eye.