Arthur Fils, the 14th-seeded French tennis player, withdrew from the French Open on Friday after experiencing severe back pain and cramping during his second-round match against Jaume Munar of Spain on Thursday.

Injury Details

Fils revealed that he has been dealing with back issues since he was young. "Got some issue with the back, but that's since I'm young so I'm used to it," Fils said. "And also the cramps. A bit of everything. The mix was not very good."

Impact on the Tournament

With Fils' withdrawal, there are no Frenchmen left in the draw at Roland-Garros. He was scheduled to face No. 17 seed Andrey Rublev in the third round on Saturday.

Player's Hope

Despite the injury, Fils remained hopeful about his condition. When asked if he would be fit to face Rublev, Fils responded, "I hope so."

Conclusion

This unfortunate turn of events highlights the physical demands of professional tennis and the challenges players face in maintaining peak condition throughout a grueling tournament schedule.