VIDEO: Berrettini nearly faints at Miami Open

In the middle of his Miami Open match against Andy Murray, Matteo Berrettini had to take a break after nearly fainting on the court. In a scary scene, as he was getting ready to serve, Berrettini stumbled and leaned on his racquet before regaining his balance. The umpire immediately called a physio and doctor to come and check on him. After taking his blood pressure, Berrettini took some gels and was surprisingly cleared to continue playing, but went on to lose 6-4, 3-6, 4-6.

This comes just two days after French player Arthur Cazaux fainted on the court during his qualifying match and had to be taken to the hospital. After undergoing some tests, he reported, “my physical condition is better, my tension and my heart have remained stable.”

Why are people fainting at the Miami Open?

It is likely that the heat and humidity played a big role in both cases. When Cazaux fainted, temperatures were around 87 degrees with 70% humidity. It was less hot and humid during Berrettini’s match, though - just 76 degrees - leaving some to question whether the environmental conditions in Miami are not healthy in general. Several other players have shown signs of dizziness during the tournament as well.