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Destanee Aiava quits tennis over threats, racism

Former top junior tennis star Destanee Aiava has quit the sport, blaming threats, racism and a toxic culture.

Destanee Aiava, once hailed as the best 14‑year‑old female tennis player in the world, has announced her retirement from the sport.

She cited ongoing threats, racism and a toxic environment that made her feel unsafe and unvalued, urging the tennis community to address these issues.