French tennis player threatened with violence over match outcome via social media message

Summary

Arthur Bouquier, a French tennis player, received a death threat from a bettor before his debut match at the Thionville Challenger on March 4, 2025. The bettor, who had wagered 2000 euros on Bouquier’s victory, threatened to harm him or a member of his family if he lost the match. The message included violent threats such as “I will skin you alive” and stated the bettor would go to jail if necessary. Bouquier shared a screenshot of the threatening comment on social media, tagging ATP, ITF, and the Thionville Challenger. The incident highlights the pressures faced by players in Challenger tournaments.