Aryna Sabalenka was captured destroying a racquet by a similar camera after losing the 2023 US Open final.
The Australian Open’s camera set-up is part of a strategy to target non-traditional tennis fans by offering an all-access pass to television and social media audiences.
Pegula, who is member of the WTA players’ council, says the issue will “be highlighted again” in post-tournament discussions with the Australian Open.
“I saw online people were zooming in on players’ phones and stuff like that. That’s so unnecessary,” Pegula said.
“The only time you’re not being recorded is when you are going to shower and go to the bathroom.
“It seems to be worse here than maybe other years, so I think now it’s going to definitely be talked about and highlighted again moving forward.”
Asked whether she had ever approached organisers about it, Swiatek replied: “What’s the point?”
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