Pickleball Match Ends in Shocking On-Court Assault

A player violently kicked his opponent in the face after a tense tournament match in Mexico.

The incident occurred during the championship point at the Quintana Roo Invitational in Mexico.
Peter Shonk, the player who was kicked, briefly lost memory but did not sustain serious injuries.
The altercation began after Shonk accidentally knocked his opponent's paddle out of his hand.
The assailant, who committed a foot fault leading to his team's loss, may face a ban from future tournaments.
Despite the violent act, Shonk has no intention of pressing charges against his opponent.