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NEW YORK, NY – MAY 06: Co-Founder and Executive Chair of Reddit, and Partner at Y Combinator, Alexis Ohanian speaks onstage during TechCrunch Disrupt NY 2015 – Day 3 at The Manhattan Center on May 6, 2015 in New York City. (Photo by Noam Galai/Getty Images for TechCrunch)

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NEW YORK, NY – MAY 06: Co-Founder and Executive Chair of Reddit, and Partner at Y Combinator, Alexis Ohanian speaks onstage during TechCrunch Disrupt NY 2015 – Day 3 at The Manhattan Center on May 6, 2015 in New York City. (Photo by Noam Galai/Getty Images for TechCrunch)
American tennis legend Serena Williams recently hung her racket. The 41-year-old is now focusing on spending some quality family time. Serena and her husband Alexis Ohanian are both great sports fans as well. They both own principle shares in the Angel City FC, a Los Angeles-based women’s football club. Ohanian also has an interest in other games like NBA and American Football. He follows the game closely and also reacts to the latest events.
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Recently, the Reddit cofounder came across a video of a fan intruding in the game between the Rams and the 49ers. While the fans enjoyed it, Ohanian was not happy with the incident. Here’s how he reacted.
Alexis Ohanian reacts to the video of an intruding fan
Crazy fans intruding on the sports field is a very common occurrence in any sports. However, it could be dangerous for both fans and players. Recently, a fan burst into the playing field in a match between the Rams and the 49ers. The fan had a pink smoke flare in his hand. In the viral video, we can see Bobby Wagner tackling the fan.
Fans: Don't do this. https://t.co/0xHB84YXVp
— AlexisOhanian7️⃣7️⃣6️⃣ (@alexisohanian) October 4, 2022
While on-air commentator Peyton Manning enjoyed the little act, Ohanian wasn’t happy with it. Sharing the video of the incident, he made a clear and accurate statement, “Fans: Don’t do this.”
While people might enjoy it, it can be highly risky for both the fans and players. Such activities should not be encouraged.
Serena Williams made Ohanian work for the development of women’s sports
Serena Williams is probably the best tennis player in the modern generation. The American is not only popular in the tennis-playing nations but also in other countries. The popularity that she brings to women’s tennis is immense. However, if we have an overall look, women’s sports are not as popular as men’s sports.
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After getting along with Serena and later marrying her, Ohanian developed a keen interest in Women’s sports. In a recent interview, Ohanian credited Serena for his interest in women’s sports. Later, the 39-year-old also realized the gap between the two genders’ sports and strives to bridge the gap. Apart from owning a women’s football club, the Reddit cofounder is also vocal about payment parity for men and women.
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For bridging the gap, it is necessary that the audience also promote and encourage female athletes for their achievements. While Ohanian is doing his part, the onus still lies on society to bring the change.
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