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By ABC Pacific
Samoan Australian tennis star Destanee Aiava has hit out at the abuse she received online after her heartbreaking loss in the opening round of qualifying at the 2026 Australian Open.
The 25-year-old lost to English player Harriet Dart 3-6, 6-2, 3-6, and was visibly upset as she left the arena following the game.
She later posted a series of images on her Instagram page along with a heartbreak emoji, which, while drawing words of encouragement a
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