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Davis Cup: Denis Shapovalov defaulted for hitting umpire with a ball, GB beat Canada
Kyle Edmund had just broken serve to lead 6-3 6-4 2-1 when frustration got the better of Shapovalov.
A default followed, giving Britain a 3-2 victory in the World Group first-round tie in Ottawa.
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When Shapovalov framed a forehand wide to fall behind in the third set, there appeared little chance of a comeback, but that opportunity disappeared altogether when he angrily hit the ball off court.
It struck umpire Arnaud Gabas, giving the Frenchman a bruised eye, and after discussion with the team captains and match referee Brian Earley, the crowd were told that the tie was over as a tearful Shapovalov sat in his chair.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/tennis/38876048
A default followed, giving Britain a 3-2 victory in the World Group first-round tie in Ottawa.
...
When Shapovalov framed a forehand wide to fall behind in the third set, there appeared little chance of a comeback, but that opportunity disappeared altogether when he angrily hit the ball off court.
It struck umpire Arnaud Gabas, giving the Frenchman a bruised eye, and after discussion with the team captains and match referee Brian Earley, the crowd were told that the tie was over as a tearful Shapovalov sat in his chair.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/tennis/38876048
At least he had already looked likely to lose. 17 years old - really young to be representing your country.