The Belgium Federation asks for “calm and objectivity” after the controversy against Chile in Davis Cup

ByDavid Mitchell
The Belgium Federation asks for "calm and objectivity" after the controversy against Chile in Davis Cup

The first round of Qualifiers Davis Cup 2025 reached its most controversial moment this Sunday, when the Belgian Zizou Bergs (61 °) Chilean untimely Cristian Garin (132 °) in one of the changes on the side to generate absolute disbelief in the world of tennis.

After the Chilean Tennis Federation published a formal request, the Belgian Tennis Federation Nor did he want to go behind, throwing a public statement This Monday through social networks to calm the waters: “The Federation regrets that the entertaining Davis Cup series between Belgium and Chile has ended abruptly yesterday by a unfortunate shock Between Zizou Bergs and Cristian Garin on a change on the side. “

“According to the facts, it was a Moment of carelessness derived from enthusiasm When Zizou assured the break that seemed decisive in the game. There was no bad intention. Carlos Ramos, one of the most experienced referees of the international circuit, followed the official protocol and made his decision based on that. It was an unfortunate accident and involuntarywhich explains why Zizou received a Warning As stipulated by the ITF Regulation, “the European Nation extended, which finally imposed 3-1 to advance to the second phase.

Consequently, the maximum entity, led by Steve Darcis on the track, said: “Zizou immediately apologized on the court and reviewed Garin’s condition. He is a true team player with a impeccable clean play reputation. Due to his style and sportsmanship, Zizou is a respective and appreciated player on and off the court. “

“Our first interest is Garin’s condition, we hope it is fine. In addition, one day after these emotional events, We ask for calm and objectivity. Based on this, we express our total support for Zizou and the Belgian team, “he prolonged.

Finally, the managers celebrated the pass to the next round, which will be held in September: “We also would like to thank the Chilean team for an intense Davis Cup week, as well as fans who attended Hasselt. Finally, finally, We congratulate the Belgian team for qualifying for the next round of the Qualifiers“

David Mitchell
David Mitchell

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