Brief
Terence Atmane hurls racket at spectators in Shanghai Masters qualifying
Atmane was penalised for unsportsmanlike conduct after his racket struck the court railing, missing the front row by inches.
By Felo News Desk · Published
French tennis professional Terence Atmane launched his racket toward the spectator area during his opening‑round qualifying match against Bernard Tomic at the Shanghai Masters on Monday, according to nypost.com.
What happened
After committing an unforced error in the third set, Atmane smashed his racket on the net cord three times and then struck a ball that flew over the small grandstand. The racket clanged against the railing at the top of the court walls, missing the front‑row fans by only inches. He was issued a code violation for unsportsmanlike conduct and a point penalty, but was not defaulted. Moments later, with the score at 6‑3, 4‑6, 5‑3, Atmane retired from the match.
What was said
The report notes that Atmane’s earlier US Open outburst in August involved a dispute with his trainer over cramp treatment, but provides no direct quotes from the player or officials.
Key facts
- Terence Atmane threw his racket toward the spectator area during a Shanghai Masters qualifying match. (nypost.com)
- He received a code violation for unsportsmanlike conduct and a point penalty but was not defaulted. (nypost.com)
- Atmane retired from the match with the score 6‑3, 4‑6, 5‑3 against Bernard Tomic. (nypost.com)
Sources
- [1] nypost.com — originally reported as “Tennis villain launches racket at fans in frightening Shanghai meltdown”
