John Isner Calls Colin Kaepernick’s Actions ‘Pathetic’
NEW YORK — John Isner is not a fan of Colin Kaepernick.
The 6-foot-10 American tennis star was asked his thoughts on the San Francisco 49ers’ quarterback sitting during the National Anthem, and his response was quick and harsh.
“Yeah, I thought that was pathetic from him,” Isner, who played college tennis at the University of Georgia and is ranked No. 21 in the world, said after his five-set victory over fellow American Frances Tiafoe at the US Open. “The cause he was going for, fine by me, but don’t do it in that fashion. He could have found some other ways to present his voice there. A lot of NBA players have done it, and good on ’em.