Alex de Minaur had a walkover. His next opponent had full body cramps and collapsed in agony
Alex de Minaur's next opponent, Jakub Mensik, collapsed on the court due to extreme heat after a grueling match. Mensik managed to win his match but required medical assistance and was taken away in a wheelchair. De Minaur, who had a walkover in the previous round, is set to face Mensik soon.
- ▪Jakub Mensik collapsed on the court after a nearly five-hour match in extreme heat.
- ▪Mensik won his match against Mariano Navone but was unable to stand afterward.
- ▪Alex de Minaur enjoyed a walkover in the previous round due to his opponent's injury.
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