Alexandrova Collapses in Memphis Heat, Forced to Retire from First-Round Match
World No.19 Ekaterina Alexandrova collapsed during her first‑round match at the Memphis Classic after temperatures reached 34 °C. Trailing 7‑6 (7‑2) 4‑6 5‑4 against fellow Russian Kristina Liutova, she was forced to retire and required medical assistance.