The daughter of the supporter who fell ill during Carlos Alcaraz’s first-round Wimbledon match yesterday has thanked the Spaniard for his efforts during the ordeal.
The world no 2 was quick to aid medics as he darted across to the incident with a cold bottle of water from his bag, and the match was delayed for a 15 minutes in order to get medical attention
Paramedics attended the incident quickly, while spectators nearby used umbrellas to provide shelter and privacy.
After the match, Eluned Lewis, whose mum fell ill, took to social media to express her gratitude to the defending champion.
Fellow spectators used their umbrellas to shield the ill fan
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She wrote: "Thank you @carlosalcaraz for the concern shown to my mum today who was taken ill during your tennis match at Centre Court @Wimbledon today.
“Unlikely you’ll see this message but I can try! Thank you," accompanied by love heart emojis.
The game halted for 15 minutes when the umpire announced: "Ladies and gentlemen, unfortunately there has been an incident with a spectator. Health and safety is our priority. We will be pausing the match."
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Thank you @carlosalcaraz for the concern shown to my mum today who was taken ill during your tennis match at Centre Court @Wimbledon today. Unlikely you’ll see this message but I can try! Thank you 🙏❤️ @BBCSport
— Eluned Lewis (@Dr_Eluned) June 30, 2025
Alcaraz eventually rallied to a five-set victory 7-5 6-7 (5-7) 7-5 2-6 6-1, in a match spectated by legends such as Sir David Beckham and Sir Gareth Southgate.
After the thrilling victory, the two-time Wimbledon champion addressed whether the roof should close on Centre Court with the temperatures so extreme.
He explained: “Well, because of the sun, of the heat, I think it shouldn't close the roof because we are playing in an outdoor tournament. So the roof is just because if we can't play in another way.
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"I think battling the heat, I think is one of the things that we have to do. Probably the match can't be in another way, because of the heat.
“I think we have to deal with it in the best way possible."
The Spaniard continued: "Obviously, for the fans, and even here in London, they are not used to having this weather. Sitting five hours in the stand without moving, the sun hitting, I think could be really difficult to deal with for the spectators.
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Despite the conditions, Carlos Alcaraz believes the roof should remain open on Centre Court
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“But we are playing an outdoor tournament, so I think that the roof shouldn't be closed because of it."
Wimbledon had endured its hottest opening day on record yesterday, leading to precautionary measures needed for both players and spectators.
Temperatures soared to 31.4C by 2pm, smashing the previous record of 29.3C set in 2001 at the SW19.
Earlier in the day, Wimbledon CEO Sally Boulton had advised fans to take serious precautions amid the searing 31C heat.
"For the guests that will be joining us, we're offering the same advice, as lots of the medical professionals, you know, come prepared, bring a hat, wear sunscreen, wear light clothing, if you can, take breaks out of the sun," she said.
"We've got over 100 water points around the ground, so definitely stay hydrated, and keep an eye on your friends and others around you, people look like they're suffering a little bit from heat stress.”
Alcaraz faces young Briton Oliver Tarvet in the next round on Wednesday morning, whereas British number one Jack Draper is in action on Court One on Tuesday evening.
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