(VIDEO) Adrian Mannarino bizarrely smashes racquet on his head and makes himself bleed in United Cup match
ATPWednesday, 03 January 2024 at 21:00
A curious
incident unfolded during the 2024 United Cup in the match between Italian
player Lorenzo Sonego and Frenchman Adrian Mannarino. After the first set, the
Frenchman led 6-4, but Sonego was applying pressure and was on the verge of
securing a break in the second set.
Former
Australian tennis player Wally Masur, who was providing commentary on the
television broadcast, criticized Mannarino during the match: "If [an
injury] is self-inflicted, can you have a timeout? You can’t injure yourself,
can you?" Masur remarked. "Let’s say you’re in a tricky situation,
you go, ‘Right, I’m going to bash myself with a racket and get a
breather,’" he added.
Mannarino Secures Victory for France
The
32-year-old Frenchman ultimately clinched the victory over Lorenzo Sonego with
a scoreline of 6-4, 6-4, putting his country ahead in the series. The second
match was also a triumph for the French, as Caroline Garcia battled against
Jasmine Paolini and secured the decisive victory at 6-4, 5-7, 6-4.
Nevertheless, the mixed doubles were played, with Elixane Lechemia and Edouard
Roger-Vasselin notching up France's third win with a score of 7-6(5), 6-4.
Knockout Stage at the United Cup
The first
quarterfinal series have already been played. In the clash between Poland and
China, world No. 1 Iga Swiatek and Hubert Hurkacz had no trouble overcoming
Zhang Zhizhen and Qinwen Zheng, advancing to the semifinals in the upper part
of the main draw.
On the
lower side, Team Australia caused an upset against Serbia. In the opening
match, Alex de Minaur handed Djokovic his first defeat in Australia since 2018
(6-4, 6-4), and then Alja Tomljanovic easily defeated Natalija Stevanovic (6-1,
6-1).
France will
face Norway in the quarterfinals, led by the 3-times Grand Slam finalist Casper
Ruud. The Norwegians will be represented by Malene Helgo in singles and Ulrikke
Eikeri in doubles. The winning team will then face Poland in the semifinals.
The last country to advance to the semifinals will be determined between
Greece, represented by Maria Sakkari and Stefanos Tsitsipas, and Germany, led
by Angelique Kerber and Alexander Zverev.
Cristhián AvilaTennis Journalist
Cristhián Ávila is a tennis journalist based in Santiago, Chile, and has been part of the TennisUpToDate team since early 2023. He covers the ATP and WTA Tours as well as all four Grand Slams, producing breaking news, match reports, analysis, and regular liveblogs from major tournaments.
His reporting combines statistical analysis with clear explanation, helping readers understand tactical developments, player form, and broader storylines across the tour. Working fluently in both Spanish and English, Cristhián collaborates with an international editorial team and contributes to comprehensive global coverage. As part of his work, he has conducted interviews and media interactions with leading figures in the sport, including Caroline Wozniacki and John McEnroe.
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