Marion Bartoli: What John Inverdale said about me was absolutely disgusting

The Daily Telegraph · Ben Rumsby · 2026-11-06 12:07 UTC

Former Wimbledon champion, who has had a life-threatening battle with anorexia, said broadcaster’s comment intensified pressure on her

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Published 06 November 2026 12:07pm GMT

Marion Bartoli has said John Inverdale’s “absolutely disgusting” remarks after her 2013 Wimbledon triumph compounded the “constant pressure” she faced over her appearance.

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