Video - "I need a nap": Van de Zandschulp's improbable request in Saint Petersburg in 2021

le 22/10/2025 à 20h55

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In the semifinals in Saint Petersburg four years ago, the Dutchman was exhausted. After a sleepless night, he attempted the unthinkable: asking the umpire for a "little nap" in the middle of the match.

In 2021, Botic van de Zandschulp had a great week in Saint Petersburg. The Dutchman, who came through qualifying, reached the semifinals of this ATP 500 by defeating Nishioka, Korda, and Rublev.

However, for a spot in the final against Marin Cilic, Van de Zandschulp lost 6-3, 6-3 and showed signs of fatigue. After a bad night's sleep, the current world No. 82 made an unprecedented request to the chair umpire.

VDZ: "Can I have a little extra time?"

Chair umpire: "What for?"

VDZ: "I need a little nap."

ATP doctor: "He didn't sleep at all last night."

Van de Zandschulp B • Q

Cilic M

Van de Zandschulp Botic

77e, 756 points

Cilic Marin

75e, 765 points

St. Petersburg

Draw

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The finals are here, and we scramble for the best finish. I've been chasing "King" all year and I was able to shrink the spread a little. Skelp is also closing the gap.

Seasons best to all the regulars in our league.

Will you all be back in the new year.?

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Steffi Graf completed a Golden Slam (not just a career Grand Slam) when she was 19. She is the only person to accomplish that, winning the four majors plus Olympic gold the same calendar year.

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Nov 30/25

What a finish this is.. I believe King has used his boost for today. Skelp is closing strong. Two wins and he claims 1st if I lose my last prediction.

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