Danielle Collins tells fans to 'shut up' in second round vs Destanee Aiava

American star Danielle Collins has lost her cool during her second round Australian Open match against homegrown talent Destanee Aiava.

The 10th seed and former finalist was attempting to serve in the first game of the second set, trailing Aiava 15-30 at the time.

When she faulted her serve, the crowd could be heard sharing jeers in reaction.

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The American then stopped to respond.

"Shut up," Collins yelled into the crowd.

Danielle Collins of the United States celebrates a point. Getty

The boos from the crowd rang out through KIA Arena immediately in response.

"Please show some respect to both players, thank you," the chair umpire said.

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Collins then shook her head as she returned to serve.

"The crowd certainly getting under the skin," David Basheer said on Nine.

Danielle Collins of the United States pauses for a drink in her second round match. Getty

And tennis fans worldwide were not impressed with Collins' reaction.

"Ladies and gentlemen - Danielle KAREN Collins," one wrote on X.

"Danielle Collins is unserious," another added.

Collins took the first set over the Australian hopeful 7-6 (7-4), before dropping the second 4-6.

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