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British Tennis Player Fran Jones Collapses During Colsanitas Cup Match

Jones, who has a rare genetic condition, withdrew after collapsing in the third set, highlighting the physical toll of her demanding schedule.

  • Fran Jones collapsed during the third set of her round of 32 match against Julia Riera at the Colsanitas Cup in Bogota and was removed from the court in a wheelchair.
  • The 24-year-old British player, born with the rare genetic condition Ectrodactyly Ectodermal Dysplasia, has faced recurring physical challenges throughout her career.
  • This marks the 19th time Jones has retired mid-match in her career, and the second time in 2025, underscoring her ongoing health battles.
  • Her recent tournament victory in Brazil and the quick turnaround to compete at high altitude in Bogota may have contributed to her physical struggles.
  • Julia Riera advanced to the round of 16, where she will face American player Iva Jovic, as Jones recovers from the incident.
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