India, Jan. 28 -- Blown away in just 59 minutes under the closed roof at Rod Laver Arena, Coco Gauff on Tuesday suffered one of the most devastating defeats of her career. Touted as a genuine contender for the Australian Open title, the 2023 US Open champion crashed out in the quarterfinals after a 1-6, 2-6 loss to Elina Svitolina.

Emotionally drained after the defeat, Gauff sought a moment of privacy away from the court to vent her frustration. However, what she believed was a private moment was aired live on television, leaving the American visibly miffed with the broadcasters.

After leaving the court, Gauff headed to an area she thought was out of public view and smashed her racquet. The footage, however, was picked up by television ...