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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Will Castle

Tennis’ hindrance call explained: Jack Draper hit by controversial decision against Daniil Medvedev

Jack Draper complains to the umpire at Indian Wells - (AP)

Jack Draper's Indian Wells title defence ended in controversial fashion as he suffered a quarter-final defeat to Daniil Medvedev, reigniting the debate surrounding tennis’ hindrance rules.

The decisive moment arrived at 5-5, trailing 0-15 in the second set, with Draper already a set down. Needing to fight back to deny Medvedev the chance to serve for the match, the British No 1 levelled the score after his opponent hit a backhand into the net, only for Medvedev to appeal to umpire Aurelie Torte claiming hindrance.

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