Carlos Alcaraz survives invasion of bees after being stung during Indian Wells victory
9 months, 1 week ago

Carlos Alcaraz survives invasion of bees after being stung during Indian Wells victory

The Independent  

Sign up to our free sport newsletter for all the latest news on everything from cycling to boxing Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Carlos Alcaraz survived an invasion of bees to advance to the Indian Wells semi-finals with victory over Alexander Zverev. The announcer said play was to be suspended due to a “bee invasion”, but after the delay Alcaraz wrapped up the match in just under 90 minutes. It’s going to be remembered for that, not for the tennis.” Earlier in the day, Australian Open winner Sinner continued his sizzling start to the year taking down Jiri Lehecka and extending his 2024 win streak to 16. open image in gallery Beekeeper Lance Davis removes bees from a Spider Cam It took the third-seeded Italian one hour and 24 minutes to win 6-3 6-3 but the 22-year-old already has his sights set on Alcaraz. He played much better than me, which then two weeks after I played Miami against him where I won, so, you know, let’s see.” Daniil Medvedev advanced to the other semi-final after defeating Holger Rune 7-5 6-4, where he will play Tommy Paul following the American’s 6-2 1-6 6-3 victory over Casper Ruud.

History of this topic

Bees cause a buzz and lengthy disruption at Indian Wells tennis
9 months, 1 week ago
Meet the beekeeper who calmed tennis star Carlos Alcaraz at Indian Wells
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‘Bee invasion’: Swarm halts a quarterfinal tennis match at Indian Wells
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Carlos Alcaraz overcomes swarm of bees to advance to Indian Wells semifinals
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‘Bee invasion’ delays Alcaraz-Zverev quarter-final at Indian Wells
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Watch: 'Bee-zarre' moment as Tsitsipas asks tennis fan to be kicked out for attempting to distract him by imitating bee
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