Singer-songwriter Phoebe Bridgers took a moment during her recent show in Melbourne to express her feelings about controversial tennis legend Margaret Court. Performing at the Margaret Court Arena, Bridgers blasted the arena’s namesake with a series of explicit statements that received approval from the crowd.
“So, Margaret Court… Fck that stupid-ass, dumbass bitch. Fck that stupid c*nt. Change your name!” Bridgers shouted to the crowd. The singer went on to express her belief that hate is undervalued and a necessary emotion for self-protection.
Court has been a polarizing figure in Australia, publicly opposing same-sex marriage and making criticized comments about the LGBT community. There have been several public appeals to rename the arena named after her, with tennis legend Martina Navratilova calling for the arena to be renamed in honor of Evonne Goolagong.
Bridgers’ outburst at the Margaret Court Arena reflects the growing sentiment against the tennis legend and the controversy surrounding her legacy. The singer-songwriter’s passionate stance on the issue serves as a reminder of the power of activism and the importance of speaking out against discrimination.