Arthur Cazaux Retires from Miami Open After Collapsing in Heat

The French tennis player's collapse during a qualifying match highlights the challenging conditions at the Miami Open.

Arthur Cazaux, a French tennis player, collapsed during his Miami Open qualifying match against Harold Mayot due to the intense Florida heat, leading to his retirement from the match.
The incident occurred during the third set, with temperatures reaching 31C (88F) and humidity levels at 70%, highlighting the challenging conditions faced by players.
Cazaux was taken off the court in a wheelchair after receiving medical attention, and Mayot was given a walkover to the next round.
Social media criticism targeted Mayot for his initial reaction to Cazaux's collapse, but he later clarified that he was concerned and checked on Cazaux's condition.
This is not the first instance of a player collapsing at the Miami Open, with similar incidents occurring in recent years due to the demanding weather conditions.