Women tennis player conduct exemplifies sportsmanship

For a long time in the sports world, poor behavior on the court or field was taken as a sign of passion. Whether it was players breaking equipment and storming into the locker room or coaches throwing sideline temper tantrums and threatening referees, we accepted the outbursts as par for the course and moved on with little more than an eye roll.

But that tide is turning as it becomes crystal clear that one sport in particular has cornered the market on sportsmanship. If you’re seeking the gold standard of behavior on the court, look no further than women’s tennis.

In recent months, women’s ten...