Indian Wells: Horrendous Timing as America’s Tommy Paul Falls Prey to Nasty Injury Costing Him a Shot at the Title

America’s ATP star Tommy Paul suffered a disappointing moment during his performance at the ongoing Indian Wells tournament. Paul was facing off against Russian ATP pro, Daniil Medvedev. However, during an intense moment between the tennis duo, Paul suffered a massive setback. Not only did he suffer a failure, it was the second time Medvedev took over the American tennis star.

Tommy Paul offered a great performance at the tournament. So much so that the tennis fraternity hoped to see him win his debut Masters 1000 title this week. However, Tommy Paul’s dream ended on a sad note.

Tommy Paul’s Indian Wells 2024 dream stops after suffering a left ankle injury at the tie-break

The official X (formerly Twitter) profile shared a clip, where fans spotted Tommy Paul suffering a major ankle roll during the tiebreak of his match against Daniil Medvedev. Paul started great at the beginning. He kept on challenging Medvedev with extreme skill and prevented the Russian ATP pro from fighting back. This match between Paul and Medvedev started with two break-points by the former and Paul also gained a lead by 4-0. After this, Paul showcased a great fight.

However, Medvedev also returned with his full form, and in the third set, he outshined the American tennis prodigy. While Paul didn’t show any signs of injury at the beginning, encountered an ankle roll in the tiebreak of the second set of their match. Sharing this clip, the source added, “Left ankle roll for Tommy Paul in the tiebreak.”

In the clip, fans also spotted Paul trying to stand up on his feet after this accident. However, his clear discomfort and pain were completely visible to the fans. As a result of this injury, Tommy Paul was defeated by Medvedev by 1-6, 7-6(3) and 6-2.

How was Tommy Paul defeated by Daniil Medvedev in the Beijing Open 2023?

Tommy Paul couldn’t take revenge for his last year’s defeat against the same opponent Daniil Medvedev. This Russian ATP pro took over Paul by 6-2 and 6-1 in Beijing. After defeating Paul, Medvedev said, “It’s not easy for both of us. Both of us a little jet lagged. Him maybe more, coming from Vancouver, Maybe that made the difference, but if I think only about myself, I’m happy with my level. I played great. The start of the match was not easy, but it’s never easy first round, especially in another part of the world. Then I was playing better and better during the match, so I’m happy about my level.”

Tommy Paul’s accidental injury broke his dreams about the Indian Wells 2024 tournament. At the same time, it represented the need for physical fitness among players.

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