I was out the other night and it was kind of embarrassing. Nowadays, I'd rather not go out at all unless it's someone pretty special. Fans are an important part of sports, but athletes often worry that some might be dangerous. When a crazed fan of Steffi Graf stabbed Monica Seles at a tennis tournament in 1993, most pro athletes began to feel more vulnerable. Some have hired bodyguards to accompany them wherever they go.
Female athletes are particularly aware of male fans who come to every competition.
They are like celebrities. There's always a lot of men around at the big tournaments. I'm always scared. It really makes you think twice about people. She got an unlisted address and phone number.