Umpire Saves Injured Pigeon During French Open Match

Chair umpire Damien Dumusois used a towel to rescue a pigeon that landed on the court during Daniil Medvedev's third-round victory.

The pigeon appeared injured and was unable to fly after landing on the red clay court.
Dumusois climbed down from his chair and gently captured the bird with a towel.
Spectators cheered as the umpire handed the pigeon to another official.
Medvedev expressed hope that the bird would be okay after the incident.
Medvedev won the match against Tomas Machac in four sets.