Wimbledon 2023: Kazakhstan’s Yulia Putintseva Demands Spectator Removal, Loses Match 6-0 6-0
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Match Delayed After Putintseva’s Complaint
LONDON – In a unprecedented incident at the 2023 Wimbledon Championships, Kazakhstan’s Yulia Putintseva asked for a spectator to be removed during her first-round match against American Amanda Anisimova. The incident occurred at the start of their match on Court 15 on Monday.
"Can you take him out, I am not going to continue playing until he leaves. These people are dangerous, they are crazy," said Putintseva, according to the BBC. The 30-year-old had approached the umpire to report the spectator, describing their behavior as "crazy" and "dangerous."
Play Resumed After Security Consultation
After Putintseva’s complaint, the chair umpire consulted with security personnel. However, the details of the action taken regarding the spectator remain unclear. Following the consultation, play resumed. However, Putintseva faced a tough challenge on court.
Putintseva Suppressed by Anisimova
Despite the delay, Putintseva struggled on court. She lost the match 6-0, 6-0 in a swift 44 minutes. The All England Lawn Tennis Club confirmed that the chair umpire had informed security about the spectator’s behavior and the matter was dealt with.
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