Jannik Sinner had to check on his own physio during his Miami Open clash with Chris O’Connell after managing to return a serve into his private parts. The Italian was at full stretch as he attempted a one-handed backhand, only for the ball to cannon off his racket and towards Giacomo Naldi, whom was in the front row nearby.
Judging by Naldi’s reaction, the ball was still travelling at pace when he was hit, briefly appearing in real discomfort. But the Australian Open champion couldn’t hide his amusement as he went over to assess the damage, smiling broadly.
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