Australian Open: Shapovalov declares himself after allegations of corruption and complains about preference for Nadal

Shapovalov lost 3-6, 4-6, 6-4, 6-3, 3-6 on Tuesday, although Nadal was noticeably physically battered from the third set.

In the early stages of the game he had, among other things loudly complained that the Spaniard was letting too much time pass between points and referee Carlos Bernardes did not sanction this.

Shapovalov said in the direction of the referee: “You guys are all corrupt.”

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This statement defused the world number 14. “I think I expressed myself wrongly when I said he was corrupt,” Shapovalov said. “It was definitely emotional, but I stand by my opinion. I think it’s unfair how much Rafa gets away with.”

Video of the press conference:

Shapovalov criticizes favoritism for Nadal: ‘A big joke’

Shapovalov: Nadal is preferred

“I’m ready to play. The shot clock is ticking down. Of course I look at the chair umpire and say something, I was done for a minute and a half,” Shapovalov continued: “And he said to me that I’m not done either. That’s a big joke.”

He also criticized Nadal’s toilet break before the crucial fifth set.

When asked whether Grand Slam record winner Nadal was given preferential treatment by referees, Shapovalov replied: “Yes, of course. 100 percent.”

“You are all corrupt!” Shapovalov causes a scandal

“Rafa is an incredible player and I respect everything he has done. But there have to be limits, there have to be rules,” said the Canadian: “It’s just difficult to fight against everything as a player.”

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Nadal saw this completely differently. “I never had the feeling that I was privileged on the court. I think Denis is wrong in this case,” said the 35-year-old: “But I think he’ll understand a little later that you have a little more It takes time to change your clothes.”

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“You are all corrupt!” Exactly what Shapovalov said to the referee