Sho Shimabukuro throws racket toward ball boy at US Open

During a US Open match between Sho Shimabukuro and Arthur Rinderknech, a dangerous incident occurred involving a ball boy. In the third set, while attempting to reach a ball played by Rinderknech, Shimabukuro threw his racket in an effort to stay in the point. The racket struck a wall and flew toward a ball boy.

The ball boy managed to dodge the racket and was not injured. Shimabukuro subsequently apologized to the boy and shared a high-five with him.

Arthur Rinderknech won the match with a score of 6-7(4), 6-2, 7-6(4), 6-2, advancing to the second round where he will face Jaume Munar.