
It is curious what we find with Jiri Lehecka, one of the standout names of 2025 so far. The Czech has made quite the splash this season, clinching the title in Brisbane and currently reaching the third round of the Australian Open. Interestingly, out of the seven opponents he has faced this year, three have retired due to injury. That's almost 43% of them. In Brisbane, Dimitrov in the semis and Opelka in the final both handed him the title by withdrawing. In the second round of the first Grand Slam of the year, Gaston couldn't continue their match due to physical problems. Consequently, Lehecka has earned €153,000 in 2025 without having to win his matches, thanks to his opponents' issues.
Jiri Lehecka has been given $153,000 this year.
— José Morón (@jmgmoron) January 15, 2025
Yes, you read that right.
Out of the seven opponents he has faced so far in 2025, three have retired due to physical issues. That's almost 43% of them.
In Brisbane, Dimitrov withdrew… pic.twitter.com/FUsWJbbvjS
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