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“Disgraceful” – Serena Williams’ coach brutally slams Duke football player after disrespectful behaviour towards female trainer goes viral

Serena Williams' coach, Rennae Stubbs, recently slammed a Duke football player, Kimari Robinson, who swatted away a female athletic trainer's hand during their game against North Carolina.

By Ahana Bhaumik · Sportskeeda

Published: Sunday, 18 October 2026 at 1:04 PM

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Rennae Stubbs condemned Duke football player Kimari Robinson for swatting away a female athletic trainer's hand.
The altercation occurred while medical personnel were attending to an injured Duke player against North Carolina.
Stubbs responded directly to an online fan, stating Robinson should be suspended for his behavior.

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Serena Williams' coach Rennae Stubbs publicly criticized Duke football player Kimari Robinson after he swatted away a female athletic trainer's hand during a game against North Carolina. The trainer was attempting to clear space around an injured Duke player when she pushed Robinson aside, prompting his reaction.

The incident drew widespread online backlash as well as some defense from fans citing heightened game emotions. Stubbs strongly disagreed with a supporter defending Robinson, stating the comment was disgraceful and calling for the player to be suspended for his actions.

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