A popular Hollywood star is at the centre of a wild Australian Open conspiracy theory that tennis fans believe led to the outcome of the men's and women's finals.
Tennis fans have speculated legendary Chinese actor Jackie Chan played a part in deciding the winners of this year's Australian Open tournament after being spotted in the crowd.A popular Hollywood star is at the centre of a wild Australian Open conspiracy theory that tennis fans believe led to the outcome of the men's and women's finals.
Hollywood actor Jackie Chan was spotted in the crowd watching the finals of the Australian Open in Melbourne over the weekend. Picture: Graham Denholm/Getty Images The women's No.1 went on to lose to Keys in a thrilling three set 3-6, 6-2, 7-5 decider that saw the American claim her first Grand Slam singles title in her long career.Photos showed the pair shaking hands in the underground tunnel of the players area.He also met with Alexander Zverev. Picture: X
The Karate Kid actor was also flagged down by women's player Jelena Ostapenko for a photo ahead of her doubles final match against the top seeds on Sunday.Another post joked about the"Jackie Chan Effect".Chan on the court sidelines of the men's final on Sunday. Picture: Graham Denholm/Getty Images
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