The first round clash between Jodie Burrage and Lesia Tsurenko had to be temporarily stopped as the British player tended to a ball boy seemingly struggling with illness
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The first round clash between Jodie Burrage and Lesia Tsurenko was dramatically stopped on Monday when a ball boy fell unwell.
British player Burrage was quick to react she she noticed the youngster struggling, rushing court-side to and providing him with a drink She then waited with him for several minutes, also feeding him sweets that were provided by a generous spectator.
Eventually, medical help arrived on Court 18, and Burrage was able to continue with her match. And her quick-thinking actions were well received by fans who also questioned why the player herself was forced to take responsibility.
The @TennisPodcast account summarised the incident on Twitter, posting: “On Court 18, Jodie Burrage was quick to spot an unwell ballboy. Rushed to the chair to get him some sports drink, stayed with him as help took a long time to arrive.
“Then started feeding him Percy Pigs, provided by a helpful spectator.”
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