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Abuse and Death Threats Target Burrage After Tour Return

Abuse and Death Threats Target Burrage After Tour Return

After reporting death threats and abuse following her Chennai singles loss, Burrage won her doubles match. The WTA says staff are supporting her and cites Threat Matrix measures, while an advocate argues protection remains inadequate; more than 12,000 abusive posts and messages targeting women players were reported in 2025, with betting-related abuse also a concern.

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Updated Nov 4, 2026