Alexandrova collapses on court in WTA Tour match

Ekaterina Alexandrova collapsed on court in the third set of her WTA Tour match against Kristina Liutova at the Memphis Tennis Classic.Alexandrova, who was top seed at the tournament, was 5-4 down in the third set of a three-hour match in temperatures that reached 34 degrees Celsius, when the match had to be stopped and she had a lengthy treatment. The world No 19 Alexandrova couldn't continue, though, and was forced to retire - handing 16-year-old Liutova victory in her debut match on the WTA Tour. The teenager was seen in tears at the conclusion of the match. She will next play American Maya Joint in the Round of 16. Latest Tennis Stories Katie Boulter knocked out of Mubadala DC Open by American Ashlyn Krueger as Cameron Norrie ends six-game ATP Tour losing run Andy Murray: The Wimbledon legacy of the two-time men's singles champion after his 2024 withdrawal US Open: Emma Raducanu has become a household name in Britain after her magical summer Australian Open: A look back at players who have caused surprises at the opening Grand slam of the year Australian Open: We take a look back at five classic matches from previous Melbourne tournaments Australian Open history Sky Sports News has contacted the WTA for comment.