Turkish tennis player Zeynep Sonmez sparks debate with watermelon symbol at Wimbledon
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·2 viewsTurkish tennis player Zeynep Sonmez attracted widespread attention at Wimbledon after displaying a small watermelon accessory on her racket. The watermelon is widely recognized as a symbol of Palestinian solidarity, incorporating the colors of the Palestinian flag. Sonmez stated she resorted to the accessory after Wimbledon officials prohibited her from wearing a brooch with a similar meaning. She publicly questioned the apparent inconsistency in rules governing expressions of support for Ukraine versus Palestine at the tournament. Sonmez is a rising figure in professional tennis, having recently made strides in her WTA rankings.
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