Shapovalov to Keep Points and Prize Money After Disqualification in Washington
Last Friday, some rather unpleasant scenes were experienced at the ATP Washington after Denis Shapovalov was disqualified in the quarterfinals against Ben Shelton. The Canadian was penalized for insulting a fan after an exchange of words that the chair umpire deemed inappropriate. Consequently, Shapovalov exited the court, and it was still uncertain what would happen with the points and prize money earned up to that moment in the tournament. In response, the player appealed, and finally, the ATP has just confirmed that the sanction was correct, but the player will still accumulate the points and receive the corresponding prize money for reaching the quarterfinals, as it would be unfair otherwise. However, Shapovalov will have to pay a fine of $36,400 for a code of conduct violation.
ATP has reviewed an appeal from Denis Shapovalov following his default from the quarter-finals of the ATP 500 tournament in Washington. The fines committee has affirmed that officials followed correct procedures in defaulting the player. However, the committee has concluded that…
— ATP Tour (@atptour) August 5, 2024
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