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Hindustan Times
13 hours ago
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- Hindustan Times
Lois Boisson breaks silence on Harriet Dart's bizarre ‘deodorant' remark as fans express outrage
Lois Boisson has spoken out over British tennis player Harriet Dart's controversial on-court remarks, which implied that the French tennis player 'needed deodorant.' The incident took place during a bizarre match that happened in April at the Rouen Open in France. Dart lost 6-0 in the first set and was halfway through the second set against the home favorite. During their encounter, the courtside microphones captured Dart's startling plea to the umpire, which she made instead of concentrating on her game: 'Tell her to wear deodorant,' because 'she's smelling really bad.' Dart, however, lost to the 22-year-old in straight sets. She then expressed apologies for the outburst, adding that the 'heat-of-the-moment' phrase was her fault. Boisson has mostly been silent about the situation in the weeks that have followed, only making light of it when the topic swiftly gained widespread attention on social media by requesting that cosmetics company Dove sponsor her. Meanwhile, social media commenters were swift to demand Dart's apology for the remarks; with one user calling her 'so disrespectful,' while others suggested that she should be 'suspended.' Boisson, however, revealed her genuine views about the match on Sunday as she prepared to make her debut in the French Open's fourth round. 'It was not difficult to deal with. It was okay. It was nothing for me. She maybe made a mistake, then I joked about it, that's it,' Boisson stated. Also Read: Is Imane Khelif a biological male? Olympic press committee member leaks Algerian boxer's 'shocking' blood report According to Boisson, she 'didn't hear' the remarks during the match and only found out about the dig 'two hours later.' 'It was nothing,' she continued, insisting that the name-calling had no impact on her. Boisson will be hoping to keep the same composure when she takes on third-ranked seed Jessica Pegula on Monday at Roland-Garros' Court Philippe-Chatrier. The Frenchwoman, who received a wild card at her home tournament, had never advanced this far in a Grand Slam. Boisson was forced to miss last year's French Open due to an injury in her anterior cruciate ligament, but she returned to the tour in 2025.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
New York Giants Rookie Quarterback Jaxson Dart Showing Makeup Behind Russell Wilson
The New York Giants drafted quarterback Jaxson Dart with little intention of playing him in Year 1. Dart may see time when the games don't matter, or after the Week 14 bye week gives him ample time to prepare. But the Giants didn't just sign a starter for him to compete with; they insulated the room with both Russell Wilson and Jameis Winston to ensure he only plays on their terms. Wilson, signed to a $10.5 million deal in March, is set to start in Week 1, and at the very least through the first portion of the season that sees New York play its division rivals, along with the Kansas City Chiefs and Los Angeles Chargers. Advertisement Not every prospect is comfortable with that kind of environment. Dart has been quick to confirm that he's on board with the team's plans, and it is part of why he checked so many boxes for the front office during the pre-draft process. The Giants' rookie is showing the makeup that made him a first-round pick, most recently in an interview with Sports Illustrated. "Our sole focus as a quarterback room is to win games," said Dart. "That's what we come to work every single day to do. We want to win. So, we all have the same focus. We have the same intent of what we're doing and how we're trying to handle it, and make the team better. So obviously, you're competing. But you know, those guys, they've been in my shoes. They were rookies once, too. So they understand the growing pains." Wilson and Winston have over two decades of experience between them. Wilson won a Super Bowl and lost another while rising from third-round pick to a full-fledged superstar. Winston, the first-overall pick in the 2015 NFL Draft, knows all about the expectations Dart is facing. Advertisement Together, they'll take on New York and hope to be the mentors Dart needs to successfully leap from SEC star to NFL stalwart. At rookie camp, Dart emphasized how he is willing to sit behind those veterans as he gets acclimated to the next level. 'Golly, yeah, they've been great,' he said at rookie camp. 'They were some of the first people to text me when I got drafted. And I thought that was just super cool. Those are guys that I've looked up to for such a long time. I've said this before, I remember I was wearing Russell's jersey with the Seahawks when he won a Super Bowl. So, like I said, these guys have been people who I've really looked up to. And I hold them in the highest regard. 'So, I think for me, being in this situation, being able to be a sponge and soak in all the information that I can, will help elevate me. And then at the same time, I just want to compete and make everybody else better in the room as well.' Related: Giants Schedule Reveals Potential Dart Debuts Related: Jaxson Dart Reveals Surprising Take on Giants Teammate
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Former New York Giants Running Back Rashad Jennings Praises Russell Wilson, Jameis Winston Signings
The New York Giants, for the first time since Daniel Jones' best days, can feel good about their situation under center. In the short term, Russell Wilson presents a massive upgrade over Jones and the cohort of passers that followed him during last year's 3-14 campaign. In April, the Giants traded back into Round 1 to secure the rights to Mississippi's Jaxson Dart. Advertisement In between them is Jameis Winston, who signed a two-year deal to be the second-string quarterback while adding to Dart's supporting cast. New York is positioned to be far more competent, if not competitive, than a season ago. As such, fans aren't alone in their excitement for the upcoming season. Former Giants running back Rashad Jennings praised their quarterback signings on 'Good Morning Football.' 'Jameis Winston -- he is the morale of the locker room. He is the positive energy. He is the voice, the veteran that teaches these guys how to become pros. While who is doing the work? That is Russell Wilson collaborating with one of the greatest receivers (Malik Nabers)," Jennings said. "So I think you have to start with Russ.' Advertisement Jennings spent the final three years of his career in New York, from 2014–2016. He rushed 543 times for 2,095 yards and 10 scores and played a role on the 2016 team that made the playoffs. It isn't immediately clear just how long Wilson's leash is, or if Winston would step in before Dart. The rookie is expected to have a redshirt season of sorts, although accelerated development or catastrophe could throw a wrench into those plans. By signing two quality veterans, New York ensured that it could play Dart on its terms. A pulled hamstring or twisted ankle won't force the rookie into action when he's ready, and their two decades of experience only add to the factors working in Dart's favor. There is always uncertainty with a rookie quarterback entering the fold, but the Giants and their fans are right to be optimistic that, finally, they are handling a delicate situation appropriately. Related: Giants Schedule Reveals Potential Dart Debuts Related: Giants Schedule Release: Game-By-Game Predictions
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
The Giants signed first-round pick Jaxson Dart to his four-year, $17 million, fully guaranteed contract
The Giants signed first-round pick Jaxson Dart to his four-year, $17 million, fully guaranteed contract originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Every starting quarterback has to start somewhere. The New York Giants traded back into Round 1 for the rights to draft Jaxson Dart as the class' second quarterback. They did so with Russell Wilson and Jameis Winston signed in the six weeks prior. Advertisement And on Friday, a next big step as Dart signed his four-year, fully guaranteed $17 million contract. New York's plan is for Dart to sit for the majority, if not the entirety, of the 2025 season. With an extra veteran in the room, head coach Brian Daboll can make sure he doesn't start by accident after Wilson pulls a hamstring or tweaks an ankle. But as the realities of in-season adversity hit, Dart's Giants debut could arrive early. Subsequently, Mike Clay is projecting real rookie-year action for the Mississippi product. 'Dart will begin his career behind Russell Wilson and perhaps also Jameis Winston, but history suggests the No. 25 pick will make a Year 1 impact,' Clay wrote for ESPN. 'From 2011 to 2024, 38 of 47 first-round QBs (81%) took over as the starter prior to Week 10. Twenty-three (49%) started in Week 1, including Caleb Williams, Jayden Daniels and Bo Nix last season. Of the seven QBs picked in the 20-32 range, six played as rookies and four took over before Week 5. Jordan Love was the only exception since he backed up Aaron Rodgers for three seasons.' Advertisement Wilson will get a chance to start because he gives New York the best chance to win, and for as long as a leash as Daboll and general manager Joe Schoen seem to have, at some point their team needs to win. After heavy investments into the defense and the addition of a competent starter, they are out of excuses. But if things go badly in the early parts of the season, that aforementioned plan can change. Owner John Mara can go back on his word. Daboll won't go down his ship without exhausting every option. Dart may have to flash in practice to truly get the ball rolling. But adversity is inevitable in the NFL, and job security isn't. Advertisement It won't take much for every week to become the game Dart potentially makes his entrance. … and if he becomes a starter, and a good one? A rookie contract will make him an NFL-leading bargain. Related: Giants Issue Concerning Malik Nabers Injury Update This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on May 30, 2025, where it first appeared.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Giants Announce Big Jaxson Dart News With 4-Word Message
Giants Announce Big Jaxson Dart News With 4-Word Message originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The New York Giants are one of the most intriguing teams entering the 2025 NFL season. After another poor campaign in 2024, the NFC East squad added two exciting prospects in the first round of this year's draft. Advertisement Abdul Carter was selected with the No. 3 overall pick to boost the Giants' defense before they traded a third-round pick to go back into the first and get Jaxson Dart out of Ole Miss. Carter already signed his contract and picked his jersey number, ending an interesting saga. Dart had his number secured, but he was yet to sign his contract with the "Big Blue." New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart at the 2025 NFL Combine at Lucas Oil Lee-Imagn Images The wait ended on Friday, as Dart inked his four-year, $17 million rookie deal with the Giants, per ESPN's Adam Schefter. Following Friday's OTA practice, the prospect finally made it official, becoming the fifth member of the seven-player draft class to sign his first NFL contract. Advertisement The Giants took to social media to announce the big news, writing a four-word message to hype up one of their new players and the one who carries the most expectations. The Giants have huge plans with Dart, who is considered the quarterback of the future. Despite having two veterans who expect to play, Russell Wilson and Jameis Winston, Dart is also expected to get reps in training camp and during the season. Brian Daboll has made it clear he will work closely with Dart and his coaching staff to develop the rookie, per FOX Sports' Ralph Vacchiano. "Look, the process of developing a quarterback is just that," Daboll said. "We're going to do everything we can to develop him and bring him along." Advertisement There's a lot on the line for the Giants this season. Both Daboll and general manager Joe Schoen need to deliver results soon or their time at MetLife Stadium will have its days numbered. Related: NFL GM Compares Jaxson Dart's Rookie Plans to Josh Allen This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on May 30, 2025, where it first appeared.
