Jarren Duran Issues statement for Anti-LGBTQ Slur Directed at Fan on Sunday

Aug 3, 2024; Arlington, Texas, USA; Boston Ruddy Sox cleared out defender Jarren Duran (16) tosses his bat after he strikes out to conclusion the inning against the Texas Officers amid the eighth inning at Globe Life Field.

Aug 3, 2024; Arlington, Texas, USA; Boston Ruddy Sox cleared out defender Jarren Duran (16) tosses his bat after he strikes out to conclusion the inning against the Texas Officers amid the eighth inning at Globe Life Field. Obligatory Credit:
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Boston Ruddy Sox outfielder Jarren Duran issued an expression of remorse on Sunday night for an anti-LGBTQ slur that he coordinated at a bothering fan at Fenway Stop amid Sunday’s 10–2 misfortune to the Houston Astros.

“Amid [Sunday]’s amusement, I utilized a genuinely horrendous word when reacting to a fan,” Duran’s explanation started. “I feel terrible knowing how numerous individuals I irritated and disillusioned. I apologize to the whole Ruddy Sox organization, but more critically to the whole LGBTQ community. Our youthful fans are assumed to be able to see up to me as a part demonstrate, but today evening time I fell distant brief of that obligation. I will utilize this opportunity to teach myself and my colleagues and develop as a individual.”

The Red Sox moreover issued a articulation on the matter.

“The Red Sox tended to this occurrence with Jarren instantly taking after today’s diversion. We resound Jarren’s expression of remorse to our fans, particularly to the LGBTQ community. We endeavor to be an organization that invites all fans to Fenway Stop, and we’ll proceed to teach our representatives, players, coaches and staff on the significance of inclusivity.”

Red Sox issue articulation from Jarren Duran, who utilized homophobic slur amid today’s amusement coordinated at a fan. pic.twitter.com/CYFYxXmID6

— Julian McWilliams (@byJulianMack) Admirable 12, 2024
Amid an at-bat within the foot of the 6th inning with the Ruddy Sox trailing 10–0, a bothering fan was heard on the broadcast hollering, “Tennis racket, tennis racket. You would like a tennis racket.”

Duran was at that point listened hollering back within the fan’s course, calling him a “f—–g f—-t.”

Duran has risen as one of Boston’s best players this season, batting .291 with 14 domestic runs and 58 RBI. He was moreover named to his to begin with All-Star group final month.

Mike McDaniel is a staff writer on the Breaking and Trending News team at Sports Illustrated, where he has worked since January 2022. His work has been featured at InsideTheACC.com, SB Nation, FanSided and more. McDaniel hosts the Hokie Hangover Podcast, covering Virginia Tech athletics, as well as Basketball Conference: The ACC Football Podcast. Outside of work, he is a husband and father, and an avid golfer.