Daria Kasatkina, the world’s No. 12 tennis player, has become a vocal commentator on the Oscars, sharing her opinions on the awards show via live commentary on X, formerly Twitter. Kasatkina’s commentary has sparked discussions among her followers, with some agreeing with her views and others expressing differing opinions.
Kasatkina’s support for Emma Stone, who won Best Actress for her performance in “Poor Things,” was met with enthusiasm. However, she expressed disappointment with “Oppenheimer,” which won seven awards including Best Picture and Best Director. Kasatkina questioned the film’s acclaim, prompting mixed reactions from her followers.
One comment that drew Kasatkina’s ire was a suggestion that she should “stick with tennis.” She responded by questioning why her interest in other areas should be limited by her profession.
Other members of the tennis community also shared their thoughts on the Oscars. Former doubles world No. 1 Rennae Stubbs and eight-time Grand Slam singles champion Chris Evert debated the Best Actor award, with Evert supporting Bradley Cooper for his performance in “Maestro” and Stubbs praising Cillian Murphy’s performance in “Oppenheimer.”
Kasatkina’s commentary highlights the growing popularity of tennis players engaging with fans and sharing their perspectives on non-tennis-related topics. Her willingness to express her opinions and engage with her followers has further solidified her connection with the tennis community and beyond.
