Tennis star collapses at French Open after epic as medics rush onto court
Czech tennis star Jakub Mensik dropped to the ground and was unable to get back up after winning a gruelling four-hour, 41-minute French Open match
www.mirror.co.ukHere’s what’s known about Jakub Mensik at the French Open and the subsequent coverage.
Core update
- Jakub Mensik collapsed on court after a lengthy five-set win at Roland Garros in late May 2026, prompting medical staff to attend to him and leading to a removal from court for assessment. Reports describe heat-affected conditions and cramps following the match, with him later walking off the court and receiving ice treatment.[1][3][4]
Context and follow-up
- The incident occurred amid a heat wave at Roland Garros, which was highlighted by several outlets as a factor in players’ physical strain during daytime matches. While Mensik reportedly recovered enough to continue, there was widespread concern about his immediate readiness for the next round and potential withdrawal if he was not fit to play.[3][4][1]
- Reactions and ongoing coverage characterized the episode as a worrying on-court collapse due to exhaustion/cramping in the extreme Paris heat, with comparisons to other heat-related incidents and emphasis on cooling and medical support on site.[5][3]
What this means for his tournament run
- After the incident, Mensik was scheduled to play the next round against Alex de Minaur, with many outlets noting the uncertainty about his status and the possibility of withdrawal if he could not compete. Several reports noted his condition and the procedural steps (ice treatment, possible wheelchair transport) before any decision about continuing.[4][1][3]
Recent context for accuracy
- The latest public summaries from multiple outlets in that period focused on the heat, the medical attention, and the hope that Mensik could continue, rather than confirming a long-term health issue. If you’d like, I can pull the most recent updates from additional sources to confirm whether he did play the next match and what the final outcome was.[2][6]
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