An exclusive Surrey tennis facility has faced significant backlash following revelations that it employed a professional marksman to cull Canada geese disrupting court conditions. The prestigious club, known for hosting elite players including British tennis champion Emma Raducanu, opted for lethal wildlife management to address drainage issues and property damage caused by resident bird populations. This controversial decision has sparked debate about ethical alternatives and animal welfare practices within private sports establishments.

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