American tennis player Taylor Townsend apologized in China on Wednesday morning for comments she made about the local food ahead of the Billie Jean Cup finals in Shenzhen, which had triggered a heavy backlash.

American tennis player Taylor Townsend apologized Wednesday over comments she made about Chinese food that many criticized as culturally insensitive.

Taylor Townsend has issued an apology after facing severe backlash for criticizing food options in China, where the Billie Jean King Cup Finals are being held.

American tennis player Taylor Townsend apologised on Wednesday for comments she made about food served at a buffet