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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Andy Sims

BBC forced to apologise as French tennis star drops F-bomb seven times in live TV interview at Queen’s

Moutet repeatedly swore during a BBC interview after his match on Tuesday - (Getty)

French tennis player Corentin Moutet is facing a substantial ATP fine after repeatedly swearing during a live BBC television interview at Queen’s Club, prompting immediate apologies from the broadcaster.

The 27-year-old, who had just secured a three-set victory over compatriot Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard at the HSBC Championships, used the 'F' word an astonishing seven times during his post-match chat with interviewer Jenny Drummond. Drummond was forced to apologise to tea-time viewers for Moutet’s outburst.

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