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Danielle Collins startled by ladybug during Tennis Channel broadcast

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 9, 2026, 11:00 PM

Last updated Aug 9, 2026

Danielle Collins startled by ladybug during Tennis Channel broadcast

Summary

During a live broadcast on Tennis Channel from the National Bank Open in Montreal, Danielle Collins was unexpectedly startled by a ladybug that landed on her. As she was discussing details on air, Collins demonstrated surprise and laughter when she discovered the insect on her eyebrow, prompting light-hearted comments from her co-host. Collins has been a regular presence on Tennis Channel since stepping back from professional play due to a back injury and personal decisions regarding her health. Her future in competitive tennis remains uncertain, following her last appearance at the 2025 US Open. Collins has expressed plans for updates regarding her situation.

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•Danielle Collins was surprised by a ladybug on air.
•The incident occurred during TC Live from Montreal.
•Collins has taken time off from tennis for recovery and health procedures.
•This marks her ongoing role at Tennis Channel since retirement.
•She had last competed at the 2025 US Open.

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11:00 PMYahoo Sports — Danielle Collins ambushed by ladybug live on Tennis Channel

What they're saying

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Last week, ESPN national NFL reporter Lindsey Thiry was blindsided by what can only be described as a mutant wasp while reporting from Los Angeles Rams training camp on NFL Live. Apparently, it’s an epidemic. A ladybug ambushed Danielle Collins during Tennis Channel’s TC Live broadcast from the National Bank Open in Montreal on Saturday. Collins…
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