Climate protesters disrupted Andy Murray’s last-16 defeat to Taylor Fritz at the Citi Open in Washington DC. During the first set, play was halted for five minutes when three giant tennis balls were thrown onto the court. The protesters were later escorted out, and the match resumed. Despite a strong effort from Murray, he ultimately lost to Fritz 6-7 (2-7) 6-3 6-4. This defeat marked Murray’s first tournament since his previous loss at Wimbledon. On the other hand, Fritz entered the tournament in good form after winning the Atlanta Open. Throughout the match, Fritz managed to save eight out of nine break points from Murray, leading to his victory after three hours of play. Murray acknowledged that he had opportunities to win the match but expressed frustration over the loss.
In a positive turn of events for British tennis, Dan Evans, the British number two, secured a victory against Alexander Shevchenko, reaching the quarter-finals after a series of defeats in previous tournaments.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about tennis tournament
1. What happened during Andy Murray’s match at the Citi Open?
During Andy Murray’s match at the Citi Open, climate protesters interrupted play by throwing three giant tennis balls onto the court. The match was halted for five minutes before the protesters were escorted out, and play resumed.
2. Who was Andy Murray’s opponent in the last-16 match?
Andy Murray’s opponent in the last-16 match was top seed Taylor Fritz.
3. What was the final score of the match?
Taylor Fritz defeated Andy Murray with a final score of 6-7 (2-7), 6-3, 6-4.
4. How did Andy Murray perform in the match?
Murray showed resilience by coming from a break down to take the first set on a tie-break. However, Fritz fought back and ultimately secured the victory.
5. What was Andy Murray’s previous performance at Wimbledon?
Before the Citi Open, Murray’s previous performance was a second-round loss to Stefanos Tsitsipas at Wimbledon.
6. How did Taylor Fritz perform leading up to the Citi Open?
Taylor Fritz entered the Citi Open in good form after winning the Atlanta Open, where he secured his sixth ATP career title.
7. How did Dan Evans perform in the tournament?
Dan Evans, the British number two, performed well in the tournament, reaching the quarter-finals after securing a victory against Alexander Shevchenko.
8. How many break points did Taylor Fritz save during the match?
Fritz saved eight out of nine break points from Andy Murray during the match.
9. How did Andy Murray react to the defeat?
Murray acknowledged that he had chances to win the match, but he expressed frustration over the painful defeat.
10. Where did the Citi Open take place?
The Citi Open took place in Washington DC.
More about tennis tournament
- Citi Open: https://www.citiopentennis.com/
- Andy Murray: https://www.atptour.com/en/players/andy-murray/mc10/overview
- Taylor Fritz: https://www.atptour.com/en/players/taylor-fritz/fb95/overview
- Washington DC: https://washington.org/
- Atlanta Open: https://www.atlantaopentennis.com/
- Wimbledon: https://www.wimbledon.com/
- Stefanos Tsitsipas: https://www.atptour.com/en/players/stefanos-tsitsipas/te51/overview
- Dan Evans: https://www.atptour.com/en/players/dan-evans/ee39/overview
- ATP: https://www.atptour.com/
- Grand Slam: https://www.grandslamtennis.com/
