Drama! Jack Draper Through to Cincinnati Open 2024 Quarterfinal After Being Awarded 'Most Controversial Match Point Ever' As Felix Auger-Aliassime Argues With Umpire (Watch Video)
The Englishman advanced to the quarterfinal under controversial circumstances and would now face Holger Rune in the last eight. The Cincinnati Open 2024 tournament has earlier seen some controversy as well over electronic line calling in a match between Taylor Fritz and Brandon Nakashima.
The Jack Draper vs Felix Auger-Aliassime match at Cincinnati Open 2024 saw a bit of controversy when the umpire awarded a match point to the former. The match was at a crucial stage with the Englishman in his second match, and it was then he looked to seal the win with a volley. However, the ball trickled over to Auger-Aliassime's side after it struck the frame of Draper's racquet. The point was awarded to Draper, and Auger-Aliassime was in disbelief as he argued with the umpire about this decision. That is horrendous what you just did," the Canadian said while arguing with the umpire. Draper, unsure of what happened, approached Auger-Aliassime to see if he wanted a replay of the match point, but the latter turned to the umpire to ask if he thought he was right. Both players then hugged and the match ended with Draper going through to the quarterfinal. Carlos Alcaraz Loses Cool, Breaks Racquet During His Match Against Gael Monfils at Cincinnati Masters 2024 (Watch Video).
Watch the Controversial Moment in Jack Draper vs Felix Auger-Aliassime Match:
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