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French Open: Epic smash fail and heatwaves grip Paris
28 May
Summary
- Khachanov missed match point with an unbelievable smash attempt.
- Iga Świątek advanced, but Ostapenko's streak ended unexpectedly.
- Extreme heat caused player injuries and severe cramping.
Day 4 of the French Open delivered dramatic upsets and physical challenges. Karen Khachanov provided a moment of disbelief by missing an open smash on match point, yet he recovered to win his match. The anticipated showdown between Iga Świątek and Jeļena Ostapenko was also averted as Ostapenko was defeated, while Świątek advanced.
The relentless Paris heat significantly affected players. Jasmine Paolini and Hailey Baptiste suffered injuries, while Jakub Menšík experienced a severe cramping spell after a marathon match, requiring medical attention and a wheelchair. Temperatures have reached up to 91 degrees, exacerbating conditions on outer courts.
Notable performances included Elina Svitolina extending her winning streak and Novak Djokovic advancing. The tournament's extreme weather policy, based on WBGT, has not yet been invoked, despite the challenging conditions.
