DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Anna Chakvetadze collapsed on court at the Dubai Championships Wednesday and had to retire from her match with top-seeded Caroline Wozniacki.
The 23-year-old Russian was serving for the second set at 5-3. After a long rally that Wozniacki won, Chakvetadze wobbled before fainting. She was given extensive medical treatment during a seven minute delay and returned for one more point before forfeiting the match and tearfully hugging Wozniacki.
Organizers said Chakvetadze, who lost the first set 6-1, had a stomach illness.
Wozniacki said it was a "shock" to see someone she considers a good friend collapse so suddenly. When she approached …
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