‘I’ve done worse myself’: Serena Williams backed over US Open Final behaviour
John McEnroe has defended Serena Williams’ behaviour at the US Open, saying she absolutely didn’t go too far.
The 23-time Grand Slam winner infamously lost her temper in in the match at being given code violations, eventually leading to an angry confrontation between her and umpire Carlos Ramos.
She received widespread criticism, as well as a $17,000 fine for her antics, but has found a supporter in McEnroe.
“Look at the world that we live in” implored McEnroe during an interview with the Nine Network’s 60 Minutes program.
RELATED: ‘I could still beat Serena Williams,’ claims 59-year-old John McEnroe
“You’re going to sit there and tell me what Serena Williams did on the court is comparable to the insanity that we’re living in right now?
“I mean, come on. Give me a break.”
“I don’t think she went too far.
“She obviously was getting her derriere kicked (but) I didn’t think it was that extraordinary.
“I’ve done worse myself.”
More from Tennis365:
Latest
-
NewsEyes of the world to remain on Naomi Osaka after her return to the spotlight
Now the 23-year-old must turn her focus back to the court, where she has not been seen in a competitive environment for eight weeks.
-
Tennis NewsNovak Djokovic urges Tokyo 2020 officials to change schedule after opening win
Djokovic called for organisers to rethink the Olympic tennis schedule because of the hot and humid conditions in Tokyo
-
Tennis NewsNaomi Osaka posts social media message after lighting the Olympic flame
Osaka lit the Olympic flame as the Tokyo Games were opened with an understated ceremony held behind closed doors.
-
NewsBig win for Andy Murray as he starts his Olympics campaign alongside Joe Salisbury
Andy Murray and Joe Salisbury marked themselves out as medal contenders with a brilliant first-round performance
-
Tennis NewsFormer Olympian suggests Naomi Osaka has made her life more difficult after media boycott
Osaka is set to return to action for the first time since she pulled out of the French Open at the Olympics
-
Tennis NewsAndy Murray reveals his daughter gave him inspiration after Wimbledon defeat
Murray revealed a chat with his daughter helped him reassess his Wimbledon disappointment as he targets an Olympic medal.
-
Tennis NewsNovak Djokovic gives his pre-Olympics press conference as he targets a gold medal
Djokovic struck a confident tone ahead of his bid for a first Olympic gold medal in Tokyo.
-
NewsNovak Djokovic handed tough Olympics draw as he practices with Andy Murray
Djokovic may have to beat Alexander Zverev and Andrey Rublev to reach the gold medal match in the Tokyo Olympics.
-
Kevin PalmerAndy Murray’s former coach on what happens next for the former world No.1
Alex Corretja urges Andy Murray to continue to play as long as he still enjoys it.
-
Kevin PalmerThe ultimate guide to the best tennis trainers on the market
A look at the best tennis trainers on the market for players of all standards.