Sebastian Korda's Hilarious Response to Interviewer's Live TV Slip-Up
Tennis star Sebastian Korda displayed his quick wit and cheeky sense of humour during a highly entertaining post-match interview that took an unexpectedly risqué turn. The incident occurred live on television at the Delray Beach Open, where interviewer Michelle Yu accidentally substituted the word "sex" for "success" while questioning Korda about his remarkable record against opponent Flavio Cobolli.
The Unforgettable Freudian Slip
During the court-side interview following Korda's semi-final victory, Yu attempted to discuss the American player's perfect 3-0 record against Cobolli. However, in what became an instant viral moment, she stated: "You've played Flavio three times and you've had sex - success against him all three times. Why is it that you have had such success against him?"
The slip of the tongue occurred in front of a packed centre court crowd at Delray Beach, with thousands more watching the broadcast live at home. Korda's immediate reaction was a gigantic grin that spread across his face as he processed the unexpected verbal mishap.
Korda's Perfect Comeback
Rather than letting the awkward moment pass, the former world number fifteen seized the opportunity with perfect comic timing. Korda cheekily fired back: "He's a good-looking guy, so, you know!" The response drew laughter from both the interviewer and spectators, turning what could have been an embarrassing situation into a memorable exchange.
The twenty-five-year-old American then went on to discuss his actual tennis success against Cobolli, having dispatched the third seed 7-6(1) 6-1 in their semi-final encounter. This victory extended Korda's unbeaten record against the Italian, having previously overcome him in both the 2024 Washington Open final and the Italian Open earlier that same year.
From Blunder to Championship Glory
Following the memorable interview moment, Korda continued his impressive tournament performance by defeating another well-known opponent in the final. The world number forty beat fifth seed Tommy Paul 6-4 6-3 to claim his third tour-level title, and his first since that 2024 Washington Open victory.
This championship win represented a significant achievement for Korda, who has endured a challenging period in recent months. The American missed the 2025 French Open while on crutches and retired injured at his home Grand Slam, the US Open, last summer. He has since struggled to recapture his finest form, making this Delray Beach Open triumph particularly meaningful.
A Full-Circle Moment
After lifting the trophy, Korda reflected on the significance of his victory at Delray Beach, where he had made his first ATP final earlier in his career. "[It means] a lot. I've been through some stuff the past couple of months, years. I've lost a lot of finals and now to get one here in Delray - this is where I made my first ATP final - so it's like a full-circle day. I'm just happy," he explained.
The champion also discussed the challenging conditions during the final, noting: "It was tricky. We were both struggling out there, it was super windy. I was just trying to put the ball in the court. I was born and raised in Florida, so I'm used to the wind a little bit, but this was extreme for sure."
Coaching Partnership Yields Immediate Results
Korda's recent success has coincided with bringing retired ATP star Ryan Harrison into his coaching set-up, a partnership that has yielded immediate positive results. Harrison, who also works as an accomplished pundit and commentator regularly featuring on Sky Sports in the UK, has brought fresh energy to Korda's game.
Speaking about their working relationship, Korda revealed: "Every day is just such good energy. He couldn't care less if I'm playing good or bad, just a good attitude, that's what he's asked for. He's going to be positive out there, I'll try to do everything I can to be positive."
The viral interview moment has added an extra layer of entertainment to what has been a successful tournament for Korda, who has shown impressive form in recent weeks. Before his Delray Beach Open victory, he finished as runner-up at the San Diego Challenger and reached the Dallas quarter-finals, signalling a promising return to his best tennis.
