Tension Flares Between Kalinskaya and Osorio After French Open Match

In a dramatic third-round encounter at the 2026 French Open, Anna Kalinskaya and Camila Osorio created quite a stir with their chilly handshake following the match. The incident has sparked widespread discussion among tennis fans, especially after comments from Osorio's father added fuel to the fire.

Kalinskaya began the match strong, taking the first set 6-3. However, as the second set progressed, she fell behind and called for a medical timeout while trailing 0-4, 0-40, seemingly affected by the heat. She received treatment from both a doctor and a physiotherapist during this pause, using ice to cool down.

Despite dropping the second set without winning a game, Kalinskaya regrouped in the final set, ultimately securing a 6-3, 0-6, 6-2 victory to advance to the fourth round. The real drama unfolded during the post-match handshake, where Osorio offered a quick touch before moving on without acknowledging the umpire, which caught the attention of the tennis community.

Fans quickly reacted, noting the unusual nature of Osorio's behavior. One supporter remarked, “First time ever I’ve seen Cami with the sore loser handshake.” Others speculated that Kalinskaya's medical timeout may have contributed to Osorio's frustration, with some describing the situation as a culmination of long-standing tension between the two players, dating back to earlier encounters.

Adding to the controversy, tennis journalist Andres Vargas Peraza reported that Osorio's father, Carlos, criticized Kalinskaya for what he described as a pattern of disruptive behavior during matches. He referenced a previous match at the 2025 China Open, where Kalinskaya visibly struggled and broke down in tears during play.

After the match, Kalinskaya shared her struggles with the heat, revealing, “The heat was killing me. I started feeling sick in the first set, dizzy and weak.” She expressed relief at her victory and acknowledged the support of the umpire, who helped her manage her health issues during the match.

As Kalinskaya prepares for her next challenge against Anastasia Potapova, who recently upset defending champion Coco Gauff, all eyes will be on how she performs amidst the ongoing drama.