Adolfo Daniel Vallejo, a Paraguayan tennis player, received a $65,000 fine from the French Tennis Federation (FFT) for making sexist comments regarding female umpire Ana Carvalho after his loss at the French Open on May 28. Following his defeat by Frenchman Moïse Kouamé, Vallejo claimed that the match should have been officiated by a man, arguing that women are less capable of managing a demanding crowd. The FFT condemned his remarks, asserting that an umpire's ability is determined by their professionalism, not their gender. This fine is one of the largest ever imposed in Grand Slam history, amounting to nearly half of Vallejo's earnings from the tournament. Roland-Garros director Amélie Mauresmo stated that such comments are unacceptable and highlighted the importance of respect in sports. Vallejo later attempted to mitigate the backlash by stating on social media that his comments were misinterpreted and that he respected Carvalho's officiating. Social media responses largely condemned Vallejo's views, emphasizing the need for respect in sports.