Tennis bad boy tries to quit US Open match... but umpire says he can't

Corentin Moutet attempted to retire from his US Open match against Dane Sweeny due to a recurring wrist injury, but the umpire initially stated he could not retire without a physio’s evaluation. After confusion and intervention from a supervisor, Moutet’s retirement was accepted. Moutet explained his long-standing wrist pain and frustration at not being ready for the tournament, while Sweeny advanced to the next round, noting his own physical battle scars from the match.

• Corentin Moutet retired from his US Open first-round match against Dane Sweeny due to a wrist injury.
• The umpire initially prevented Moutet from retiring, stating he needed a physio’s assessment.
• A supervisor intervened, and Moutet’s retirement was eventually accepted.
• Moutet cited a long-standing wrist injury that has bothered him since last year.
• Moutet discussed his ‘bad boy’ reputation and his struggles with learning how to lose.
• Dane Sweeny advanced to the second round and mentioned his own physical ‘battle scars’ from the match.
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