Alperen Şengün Apologizes for Sexist Remarks to Female Referee

Houston Rockets center Alperen Şengün publicly apologized for sexist remarks directed at a female referee during a recent game against the Boston Celtics. The incident occurred earlier this week and resulted in Şengün’s ejection from the match.

Incident Details

In the fourth quarter of the game, Şengün expressed frustration over a non-call on a shot attempt. His reaction included multiple derogatory comments aimed at referee Jenna Reneau. Following these remarks, Reneau promptly ejected him from the game.

Apology and Reflection

After the game, Şengün sought out Reneau to apologize for his behavior. On Saturday, he addressed the situation, describing his comments as “immature.” He emphasized the need to learn from this experience.

• Şengün faced significant backlash after the altercation went viral on social media.
• He acknowledged his mistake, stating, “It was just the heat of the moment.”
• He took responsibility, saying, “I should know better.”

Performance Following the Incident

On the same day as his apology, Şengün had a standout performance in a game against the Oklahoma City Thunder. He recorded 17 points, 12 rebounds, and 11 assists, marking his second triple-double of the season.

In his remarks after the game, Şengün reiterated the importance of self-control. He expressed gratitude that Reneau was receptive to his apology, highlighting that they both moved forward positively from the incident.