Grigor Dimitrov was in full control at the Madrid Open, dominating Jacob Fearnley on Manolo Santana’s court. However, just one game away from victory and a spot in the fourth round, an unexpected setback brought the match to a sudden halt. Dimitrov, Fearnley, and the fans were left waiting for an official decision from the tournament organizers.
Dimitrov was leading 1-0 and playing the final point of the match when the incident occurred. The Bulgarian, showcasing some of his best tennis in Madrid, appeared poised to continue his resurgence on the ATP Tour and secure a place in the fourth round.
Coming off a convincing 6-3, 6-4 win over Chile’s Nicolas Jarry in the second round, Dimitrov looked sharp and ready for the next challenge against the British player. However, the unforeseen disruption in Madrid has now thrown his tournament hopes into uncertainty.
What happened at the Madrid Open?
Dimitrov was on the verge of closing out the final set when a major power outage struck Madrid, forcing tournament organizers to suspend play. Several other matches were also halted due to the disruption, with officials closely monitoring the situation before making further decisions.
Reports indicated that the blackout extended beyond Madrid, affecting parts of Spain, Portugal, and France. With power still not fully restored three hours later, organizers have yet to confirm when play will resume. If the situation persists, the tournament may need to explore alternative plans to complete the remaining matches.
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Why was Dimitrov’s match suspended?
Many fans questioned why the match between Dimitrov and Fearnley couldn’t continue, especially since the stadium is open-air and daylight was still available. Some argued that with line judges present, play could have resumed without issue.
However, the suspension was due to a critical camera obstructing the players’ line of sight, making it impossible to continue under official rules. As of now, Madrid Open officials have not issued an update regarding the status of Dimitrov’s match or the other fixtures scheduled for Monday.
