Wimbledon disqualifies teen Ida Wobker after she hits a spectator

Ida Wobker, ranked 24 in the ITF junior list, was playing at Wimbledon when she struck her racket against the grass while trailing 6‑0, 5‑5. The rebound hit a spectator in the stands, causing a minor injury.

Officials applied the rule and disqualified her, ending the match. Such disqualifications are rare in modern tennis.

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