THE STORY
In the 1995 Wimbledon Championships, British tennis player Tim Henman was disqualified during a first-round doubles match after hitting a ball girl, Caroline Hall, in the head with a ball he struck in frustration. Henman and his partner, Jeremy Bates, were defaulted from the match, making Henman the first player to be disqualified from Wimbledon in the Open Era. (upi.com)
TEAMS / PEOPLE:
Tim Henman
WHY IT MATTERS
This incident marked a significant moment in tennis history, highlighting the consequences of on-court behavior and the importance of sportsmanship.