Australian Open organisers thank spectators for responding to protester

Woman throws ‘Free Palestine’ leaflets on court during matchAlexander Zverev criticises security for slow reaction

Tennis Australia has thanked two spectators who helped respond to a pro-Palestine protester at the Australian Open during a match involving sixth seed Alexander Zverev, who criticised the tournament for the security team’s slow response and inconsistent approach.

The protest on Monday night marked the most significant interruption of a tournament that has largely proceeded without controversy.

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