Paula Badosa WTA US Open 2026

Badosa's ironic and defiant message to her haters

Diego Jiménez Rubio - 4 Sep 2026
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Paula Badosa's message to her haters. Photo: Getty Images

Paula Badosa delivered a great performance in her match against Cori Gauff, which ultimately led to her elimination from the US Open 2026. The Spanish player had high expectations for this match, and although she ended up defeated, she has nothing to reproach herself for regarding the level of play displayed and her competitive spirit.

Minutes after the match ended, she wanted to send a message on social media to all her followers, thanking them for their unconditional support, reaffirming her determination to keep working hard to return to her best level, and stating that she will never give up in her quest to explore her limits in terms of sports success.

This was Badosa's message on social media after losing to Gauff at the US Open

But she also remembered all those people who work every day to criticize Paula and try to destroy her confidence, relying on the anonymity that social media provides. It is not the first time the Spaniard has been critical and combative towards these individuals, but this time she did so with an interesting finesse and elegance, potentially offering a good path for athletes who regularly receive that kind of hate.

"Thank you all for the amazing and positive messages. I know this can be a very cruel place sometimes, so receiving all this love and support means a lot to me. I’m giving it my all to get back to where I want to be. Step by step, but getting there. As you know, giving up is never an option. So, I’ll see you very soon. Thanks to all my loyal fans. Love you all.

And to the haters, those who doubt me, criticize me, or enjoy watching me struggle… thank you. You only remind me how much I want to prove to myself that I am right. So yes, I love you too."

This was the message from Paula Badosa, who is looking to set new goals for the final stretch of the season.

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