Jessica Pegula vs Aryna Sabalenka: Who Are the ESPN Commentators for the Blockbuster US Open Final?
It started during Karolina Muchova vs Naomi Osaka match, and then things spiraled downwards towards Chris Evert’s commentary! The former pro-turned-commentator has captured as much limelight as the player playing on the court. Why? Tennis fans might not need any guess, as they have come out in hoards against Evert’s words during the matches, each passing day. And the former World No.1 is back at Arthur Ashe Stadium with Chris Fowler as the commentator!
Both Evert and Fowler would lead the charge as ESPN commentators at the Arthur Ashe Stadium. As Jessica Pegula and Aryna Sabalenka get ready to take the court in the summit clash. While Evert’s colleague, Fowler has been ESPN’s reliable and smooth sports broadcaster. He is known for his work on “College Game Day,” a college football show, in addition to taking up tennis. Fowler is also a play-by-play commentator for college football. However, when it comes to Evert, she needs no introduction, due to two major reasons.
Firstly, the tennis legend has made her mark on the court during her heyday, winning 18 Grand Slam titles. And secondly, her recent commentary stint at the US Open has come under massive fire from tennis fans.
As Evert gets ready to take the mic for the championship match, in a highly electric environment featuring home favorite Pegula against the Belarusian tennis star. Tennis fans can just hope that everything goes smoothly during the showdown. As all well that ends well! But before that, let’s give a summary of Evert’s US Open infamous stint!
Chris Evert’s controversial commentator outing at the US Open 2024
Chris Evert found herself mired in her first controversy when she compared Muchova’s playing style with the male tennis players. Evert said, “She plays like a guy. She wants to play like a guy. The guys have bigger serves than the women. They have better volleys for the most part, and they move a little bit better.” The moment these words reached the tennis community, there was a huge uproar.
Even some tennis players (Ons Jabeur and Nick Kyrgios) came out in support of Muchova. And Muchova further said, “I don’t think I play like a man. I don’t know what to say about that. I don’t really know what she said,” to present her side. However, Evert’s swim into the troubled waters didn’t end there! Her comments on Naomi Osaka’s outfit pushed her further into the deep sea of criticism.
And this was not the end, as the scene turned to Coco Gauff vs Emma Navarro’s match. Everyone anticipated a thrilling rematch between the two American tennis stars. However, Evert seemed to be a bit biased towards Gauff. Everyone has favorites, but commentators usually put unbiased views for their audience. A similar thing happened during Navarro vs Sabalenka, where tennis fans were treated to another favored commentary!
After numerous re-dos in different situations, Chris Evert has found no respite in the community. Hopefully, things will settle down for once at the final showdown with Chris Fowler by her side!
