Sabalenka interrupts US Open match over cannabis smell - Reuters
Sabalenka interrupts US Open match over cannabis smell Reuters
First reported 1 week ago · latest update 1 week ago
World number one Aryna Sabalenka faced Russia’s Kamilla Rakhimova in the third round of the US Open in New York, a match that was expected to be a routine progression for the top‑seeded player.
Sabalenka secured the victory in straight sets, advancing further in the tournament without dropping a set against her opponent.
During the contest, players and officials reported a strong odor of cannabis that drifted onto the court, creating a distracting environment for both competitors.
Tournament officials temporarily halted play to assess the situation and to mitigate the disturbance caused by the smell.
After the brief interruption, the match resumed and Sabalenko completed her win, moving on to the next round of the US Open.
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Sabalenka interrupts US Open match over cannabis smell - Reuters
Sabalenka interrupts US Open match over cannabis smell Reuters
1 week agoSabalenka interrupts US Open match over cannabis smell
Aryna Sabalenka encounters a distracting odour during her US Open third-round victory over Kamilla Rakhimova in New York.
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