Fri. May 15th, 2026

Darderi’s Rome Semi-Final Entrance Sparks Controversy Over Forgotten Handshake

The Italian tennis player, on his entrance to the Centre Court at the Foro Italico before his semi-final match against Casper Ruud, was involved in an incident that has already generated some criticism on social media. While making his way onto the court, Darderi appeared to overlook offering a handshake to a child present, a gesture that quickly drew attention and commentary online.

English Translation:

Darderi, the entrance for the semi-final in Rome creates controversy: he forgets to shake the child’s hand

The Italian tennis player, upon entering the Centre Court of the Foro Italico before the semi-final with Casper Ruud, was the author of a gesture that has already sparked some criticism on social media.

By Rohan Chatterjee

From bustling Kolkata, Rohan Chatterjee has been covering world-scale sporting events for a decade. His special interest in cricket and football, supported by a deep understanding of bookmaking, allows him to create detailed analytical materials. A sports journalism graduate from Delhi University, he became a leading expert in Asian sports leagues analysis. Rohan regularly consults novice bettors and hosts a popular sports analytics podcast in Kolkata.

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