Belgium Advances in Davis Cup After Controversial Collision Disqualifies Chile's Garin
Cristian Garin refused to continue playing after a collision with Zizou Bergs, leading to Belgium's 3-1 victory in the tie.
- The incident occurred during the deciding set when Belgium's Zizou Bergs collided with Chile's Cristian Garin while celebrating a key service break.
- Bergs' shoulder struck Garin in the eye, causing the Chilean player to fall and require medical attention for swelling and nausea.
- An independent doctor ruled Garin fit to continue, but he refused to play, citing his injuries, prompting officials to issue time violations against him.
- Bergs was given only a warning for unsportsmanlike conduct, a decision that angered the Chilean team, who called for his disqualification.
- Belgium's 6-3, 4-6, 7-5 win secured their place in the next round, where they will face Australia in September.