Chinese tennis star Peng Shuai says there has been a "huge misunderstanding" over a post in which she made a sexual assault accusation against a former Chinese party leader.
In her first interview with a Western media outlet, she again denied accusing anyone of sexual assault.
After the post last year was removed, she wasn't seen in public for a few weeks, sparking alarm for her welfare.
L'Equipe, who spoke to her, had to submit questions in advance.
Many have continued to express fears that Ms Peng may be censored by state authorities.