THE STORY
In February 2017, during a Davis Cup match in Ottawa, Canada, Denis Shapovalov, aged 17, struck a ball in frustration after losing serve to Kyle Edmund, inadvertently hitting chair umpire Arnaud Gabas in the eye. This led to Shapovalov's immediate disqualification, resulting in Great Britain winning the tie 3–2. Gabas required medical attention but returned to officiate shortly after. Shapovalov was fined $7,000 for the incident. (si.com)
TEAMS / PEOPLE:
Denis Shapovalov
WHY IT MATTERS
This incident is notable for its rarity in professional tennis, highlighting the consequences of player frustration and the importance of maintaining composure during matches.