A tense moment unfolded in Paris as Ayesha Curry, wife of basketball star Stephen Curry, was seen in tears during an encounter with French police.
The incident occurred after the US men’s basketball team, led by Stephen, secured a gold medal at the 2024 Paris Olympics, adding a layer of unexpected drama to their victory.
The Incident Unfolds
Ayesha Curry and her two young sons found themselves at the centre of a tense confrontation with French police. A video captured the emotional scene, showing Ayesha wiping tears from her face while holding her baby.
Sonya Curry, Stephen’s mother, was also present and vocal during the incident. She claimed that someone had ‘touched the baby’, adding to the chaos as the family was blocked from reaching their car.
Unclear Circumstances
It’s still unclear what exactly led to the confrontation with police. However, the video shows Sonya Curry expressing frustration at the officers. She was heard saying, ‘Look, they won’t let us go back over there where we came from.’
A translator attempted to smooth things over, apologizing on behalf of an officer. The family was still barred from crossing the street due to security protocols.
Blocked by Security
The Curry family was prevented from returning to their vehicle because French president Emmanuel Macron was leaving the area.
Despite apologies from a translator, the family was unable to cross the street. This added to their frustration and contributed to the emotional scene.
Draymond Green Intervenes
Stephen Curry’s teammate, Draymond Green, also tried to intervene. He questioned the police about the incident, asking why nothing could be done after a baby was allegedly hit in the head.
Green’s involvement highlighted the seriousness of the situation, but the recording cut off before any resolution was shown.
Post-Victory Drama
The incident occurred just after Stephen led Team USA to a gold medal, scoring 24 points in the final game against France.
Other high scorers included LeBron James, Kevin Durant, and Devin Booker, making it a memorable win for the American team.
Family Yet to Respond
As of now, the Curry family has not publicly addressed the incident.
Efforts to reach representatives for Stephen, Ayesha, and Green for comments have been unsuccessful.
Public Reaction
The video of the incident has sparked various reactions on social media. Supporters of the Curry family expressed outrage over the treatment they received.
Others noted the challenging security environment, given the presence of high-profile individuals like the French president.
The confrontation in Paris adds an unexpected twist to what should have been a celebratory moment for the Curry family.
While the exact details remain unclear, the incident has certainly garnered public attention and raised questions about security protocols at major events.
