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Zeynep Sönmez retires from French Open doubles match after injury

2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: May 30, 2026, 1:31 AM

Last updated May 30, 2026

Zeynep Sönmez retires from French Open doubles match after injury
Summary

Zeynep Sönmez retired during her doubles match at the French Open on Friday after tripping over an advertising board while pursuing the ball. The incident occurred as she was attempting to play a point. There was no immediate information on the extent of her injury or her potential return to the tournament. The match was halted following the incident, leading to inquiries by medical staff.

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By the Numbers
  • •Zeynep Sönmez retired after tripping at the French Open.
  • •The accident happened during a doubles match.
  • •Medical staff attended to Sönmez after the incident.
  • •The extent of her injury remains unclear.
Latest Updates
  • 1:31 AMESPN Tennis — Sonmez trips on French Open ad board, retires
  • 2:34 PMYahoo Entertainment — French Open: Zeynep Sönmez forced to retire from match after tripping over court-side advertisement - Yahoo Sports
What they're saying
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Zeynep Sönmez had to retire from her doubles match at the French Open on Friday after tripping over a courtside advertising board as she chased down a ball during a point.

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Zeynep Sönmez needed two stitches following the incident.

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