On social media, many viewers were stunned after Serena Williams criticized a Paris restaurant for allegedly denying her service, sparking a debate.
Serena Williams has recently called out a luxury hotel in Paris, alleging that she and her children were denied entry to a restaurant at the Peninsula Paris.
This incident has sparked a significant amount of online discussion and criticism among viewers.
Serena Williams criticizes the Paris restaurant for alleging denial of service.
On Monday evening, Serena Williams took to Twitter to share her experience.
On Twitter, Serena Williarms, who goes by @peninsulaparis shared her tweet, which sparked debate among viewers.
She claimed that, despite the restaurant appearing empty, her family was not allowed access.
The post read, “Yikes @peninsulaparis I’ve been denied access to the rooftop to eat in an empty restaurant of nicer places…but never with my kids. Always a first,” accompanied by a photo of the hotel’s sign.
The post quickly went viral and sparked debate on social media.
Williams’ tweet quickly garnered attention, with many of her followers expressing support.
In the comment selection, many viewer shared their thought about this incident.
One person said: The restaurant replied and said they were fully booked. Please don’t start acting entitled and saying that they should make space for you just because of who you are.
A second wrote: I’m a celebrity, kick a regular person out so I can eat.
While a third commented: Now, why don’t you give an apology to the restaurant for acting like an overprivileged brat.
Another added: Oh no they treated you like you were one of the common folk?! Did you tell them who you are?
Peninsula Paris responds to the incident.
The Peninsula Paris responded to Williams’ claims via Twitter.
They apologized for the inconvenience and explained, “Dear Mrs. Williams, Please accept our deepest apologies for the disappointment you encountered tonight. Unfortunately, our rooftop bar was fully booked, and the only available tables you saw were at our gourmet restaurant, L’Oiseau Blanc, which was also fully reserved.”
Additionally, the hotel assured Williams that they valued her patronage. They would be pleased to welcome her again.
Williams, who retired from professional tennis after the 2022 U.S. Open, has been in Paris since late July. She participated in the Olympics’ opening ceremony on July 26.
She joined other sports icons such as Rafael Nadal, Carl Lewis, and Zinedine Zidane.
During her career, Williams won four Olympic gold medals.
Her first three gold medals were in women’s doubles with her sister Venus Williams. They won at the Sydney 2000, Beijing 2008, and London 2012 Olympics.
Her fourth gold medal was in women’s singles at the London 2012 Games.
In Paris, Williams has attended various tennis matches, including Novak Djokovic’s victory over Carlos Alcaraz in the men’s singles final.
Despite her recent dining issue, she has continued to enjoy the Olympics and the city.
The Peninsula Paris has addressed the controversy surrounding Serena Williams’ experience.
They emphasized their commitment to guest satisfaction.
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