Excessive zeal or strict application of the regulations? The question hardly matters as the scene made us smile. This Monday, an official camera from the Australian Open captured an unexpected moment, to say the least, in the corridors of Melbourne Park. Iga Swiatek, current world No. 2, was barred from going there… due to lack of a badge.
The Pole, although a well-known face of the tournament, presents herself without accreditation and comes up against an inflexible security agent. Did he recognize her? Probably. But in Melbourne, even the stars have to follow the rules. Resigned, Swiatek took out her phone to call for help. And a few moments later, a young girl came to give him the precious sesame, finally allowing him to access the site.
