Sebastian Korda'S Chuckle-Inducing Interview Moment Goes Viral

Sebastian Korda's Viral Interview Laughter

American tennis star Sebastian Korda found himself in a memorable post-match interview moment when journalist Michelle Yu had a slip of the tongue that sent both into a fit of laughter. The incident occurred after Korda's semifinal win over Italy's Flavio Cobolli at the Delray Beach Open in Florida.

Yu, addressing Korda's winning streak against Cobolli, humorously fumbled her words, saying, “You’ve played Flavio three times and you’ve had sex — success with him all three times. Why is it that you have had such success?” Korda, known for his sense of humor, played along with a cheeky response: "He's a good-looking guy, so…"

Korda's Winning Streak and Reflection

The 25-year-old athlete, who is the younger brother of LPGA Tour star Nelly Korda, kept his record spotless against Cobolli, winning the match 7-6 (1), 6-1. This victory paved the way for a face-off against fellow American Tommy Paul in the finals.

Korda clinched the title by defeating Paul 6-4, 6-3, marking his first victory of the year. Reflecting on his journey, Korda remarked, “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." His perseverance is evident, having overcome a stress fracture in his right shin that sidelined him last summer.

“Grow through what you go through,” Korda expressed on Instagram, celebrating his win.

Yu's Playful Nod to the Moment

Michelle Yu, an Emmy-winning journalist, took the slip-up in stride. On Instagram, she shared highlights from the Delray Beach Open, including a playful nod to the interview mishap. “Hosting, highlights, and that [mic] moment with the new champion @sebastiankorda,” she captioned, emphasizing the word "S-U-C-C-E-S-S."

The incident has since become a lighthearted viral moment, showcasing both Korda's and Yu's ability to embrace humor in unexpected situations. Their interaction added a memorable twist to Korda's journey at the Delray Beach Open.