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Umpire Controversy

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Joao Fonseca reacting to a controversial line call by the umpire during a French Open match against Casper Ruud, with electronic line calling technology in the background.
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Joao Fonseca involved in French Open line call controversy

With Casper Ruud leading 8-7 in a crucial second-set tiebreaker at the French Open, the chair umpire ruled João Fonseca's forehand in, despite electronic line calling showing the ball was clearly out.

Yara Haddad·June 2, 2026