Alexander Zverev Repeatedly Attacks Umpire’s Chair After Doubles Loss at Mexican Open, Expelled From Tournament (Watch Video)
The ATP, in response to Zverev's actions, issued a statement making it official that the world number three has been thrown out of the competition in Acapulco following his unsportsmanlike behaviour. He could reportedly face other penalties as well.
Alexander Zverev has been expelled from the Mexican Open for unsportsmanlike conduct after the German repeatedly attacked the umpire's chair after his men's doubles defeat. After he and his partner Marcelo Melo were beaten 6-2, 4-6, 10-6, he smashed his racquet against umpire Alessandro Germani's chair and also verbally abused him.
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Here's ATP's Statement:
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