Serena Williams recently spoke on CNN to discuss the recent situation in which Alexander Zverev struck an umpire’s chair.
So far, Zverev has received a fine of $40,000 for the incident. The ATP is currently reviewing the situation to determine any further penalty.
Williams believes there is a “double standard” in play regarding how the men on tour are treated regarding these actions versus how she and other women (especially women of color) on tour are penalized.
“There is absolutely a double standard,” Williams said. “I would probably be in jail if I did that.