A bizarre scene unfolded during a recent tennis match as French player Terence Atmane was penalized a point on match point while battling illness. The unusual call effectively ended the match without a final point being played.
According to reports, Atmane was visibly unwell during the contest, stating, “I’m sweating bullets.” The penalty occurred at a critical moment, denying him the chance to compete for the win and leaving fans and commentators alike stunned.
The incident adds another layer to a challenging period for French tennis. Fellow player Arthur Fils has been sidelined for months due to an injury questioned by some as being legitimate, impacting his ranking and potential for a top-10 finish. Details of Fils’ situation have been widely discussed.
In a separate incident earlier this month, Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard suffered a painful injury during a match on February 2nd, 2026, when he was struck in the eye by his own volley and forced to retire. The unfortunate event highlights the risks inherent in the sport.
As of February 27, 2026, the ATP rankings stand as follows:
- Carlos Alcaraz – 13550 points
- Jannik Sinner – 10400 points
- Novak Djokovic – 5280 points
- Alexander Zverev – 4555 points
- Lorenzo Musetti – 4405 points
- Alex de Minaur – 4235 points
- Taylor Fritz – 4220 points
- Félix Auger-Aliassime – 4080 points
- Ben Shelton – 4050 points
- Alexander Bublik – 3405 points
