An extraordinary moment unfolded on No 3 Court when Daria Kasatkina lost a point in the most unusual fashion during her clash with Liudmila Samsonova.
The 16th seed struck a forehand return, only for her earring to become entangled in her Adidas polo shirt.
Unable to free herself quickly enough, Kasatkina could only watch helplessly as Samsonova's routine backhand rolled past her.
The Russian appeared surprised by her good fortune as her opponent struggled with the unexpected wardrobe malfunction.
An extraordinary moment unfolded on No 3 Court when Daria Kasatkina lost a point in the most unusual fashion during her clash with Liudmila Samsonova
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The bizarre incident occurred during what would prove to be a difficult afternoon for the 28-year-old former quarter-finalist at SW19.
It also perfectly encapsulated Kasatkina's struggles throughout the match. She was comprehensively outplayed in the opening set, falling 6-2 to the 19th seed.
Daria Kasatkina struggled during her match with Liudmila Samsonova
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The second set began no better for Kasatkina, who found herself trailing 2-0 and facing break point at 40-40 when rain forced both players off court.
At this juncture, chair umpire Nico Helwerth was wheeled away from the court, with spectators left amused.
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The enforced break lasted approximately two hours, but any hopes that the interruption might help Kasatkina reset proved unfounded with her woes only increasing.
The match concluded with Samsonova maintaining her dominance, securing a 6-2 6-3 victory over her compatriot.
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It served as a disappointing end to Kasatkina's Wimbledon campaign, with the earring incident becoming an unfortunate symbol of her day's misfortune.
Samsonova's reward for her comprehensive victory is a meeting with Jessica Bouzas Maneiro in the next round.
Liudmila Samsonova remains on course for Wimbledon glory
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The Spanish player earned her place in the encounter after defeating Dayana Yastremska 6-1 2-6 6-3 on Court 16.
Notably, Yastremska had been responsible for eliminating Coco Gauff from the tournament, making Bouzas Maneiro's victory all the more impressive.
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