REPORT: Alexander Blockx Lashes Out At French Open After He Heard His Ankle ‘Snap’
Top-ranked Belgian tennis player Alexander Blockx withdrew from the French Open after injuring his ankle during practice. He expressed frustration over the incident, which he attributed to the court's covers. Blockx's withdrawal was officially announced by the tournament, allowing his opponent to advance without playing.
- ▪Alexander Blockx, ranked No. 37 in the world, heard a snap in his ankle while practicing.
- ▪He confirmed his withdrawal from the tournament on Instagram, expressing frustration over the injury.
- ▪Blockx's opponent, Alex de Minaur, advanced to the next round due to the walkover.
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Sports REPORT: Alexander Blockx Lashes Out At French Open After He Heard His Ankle ‘Snap’ (Photo by Marleen Fouchier/BSR Agency/Getty Images) Mark Tanos Contributor May 27, 2026 12:20 PM ET May 27, 2026 12:20 PM ET Mark Tanos Contributor Font Size: const observer = new MutationObserver((mutations) => { const adDivToHide = document.querySelector("#dailycaller_incontent_1"); if (adDivToHide && dc_noads_page) { adDivToHide.classList.add("hide-premium", "hide-free"); observer.disconnect(); console.log("Ad div found and hidden"); } }); observer.observe(document.body, { childList: true, subtree: true }); Top-ranked Belgian Alexander Blockx pulled out of the French Open on Tuesday after hearing his ankle snap and reportedly lashed out at the tournament.
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