Taylor Fritz’s girlfriend, Morgan Riddle, sparked quite a stir with her recent Instagram Stories, which many thought were aimed at Alexander Zverev. Now, she’s setting the record straight, saying it was all a big misunderstanding.
Clearing Up the Misunderstanding
After Fritz’s win over Zverev at Wimbledon on July 8, Riddle shared some Instagram Stories cheering for Fritz. She captioned them with phrases like “When ur mans wins for the girls” and “Cheer loud ladies.” Fans quickly speculated that these posts were directed at Zverev, especially given past allegations against him. However, Riddle swiftly took down the posts and clarified their intent.
Morgan Riddle’s Explanation
Riddle took to Instagram again to address the situation. She wrote, “Regarding my stories yesterday… I took them down as soon as I realized the misunderstanding and how blown out of proportion they had become by the media.” She emphasized that the posts were not related to any off-court issues and that there was no bad blood between anyone.
The Match and Its Aftermath
Following Fritz’s victory, there was some speculation about the handshake between Fritz and Zverev. Zverev later mentioned that he found the cheering from Fritz’s fans to be a bit over the top. He expressed his frustration during the press conference, saying, “they were a bit over the top,” according to the New York Post.
Fritz, on the other hand, acknowledged Zverev’s annoyance. He said, “He’s totally allowed to be annoyed if they were being annoying. … That’s one of the things I asked him at the net, ‘Who was it?’” He added that it was not a big issue and that everything was fine between them.
Taylor Fritz and Morgan Riddle: A Supportive Team
Fritz and Riddle have been dating since 2020 and have often shared their journey together. Riddle, a TikTok influencer, frequently travels with Fritz to his tournaments. Fritz has mentioned how supportive their relationship is, saying, “It’s great to have somebody that can support you and support your goals.”
Conclusion
Morgan Riddle’s Instagram posts were not aimed at Alexander Zverev, and she clarified the misunderstanding quickly. The incident highlights the intense scrutiny public figures face and how easily things can be misinterpreted. As for Fritz and Riddle, they continue to support each other in their personal and professional lives.
For more updates on Taylor Fritz and Morgan Riddle, check out their social media pages: Morgan Riddle Instagram and Taylor Fritz Instagram.
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