The Women's Tennis Association (WTA) has apologized for failing to inform players that their conversations were being captured by live microphones during a recent broadcast. The apology comes after American player Jessica Pegula was heard criticizing Russian teenager Mirra Andreeva, calling her a "diva" during a livestreamed conversation with her coach.
The incident occurred on November 5, 2026, when a microphone picked up Pegula's remarks. The WTA acknowledged the oversight and said it would review its communication protocols to ensure players are aware of when they are being recorded.
