Kalinskaya Blames Dog Barking for Loss at Roland Garros Tournament

Russian tennis player Anna Kalinskaya said a barking dog disrupted her match at Roland Garros, causing her to lose focus and miss a crucial point in the first set. Kalinskaya explained that Bella's loud barking throughout the opening set affected her rhythm.

Her boyfriend had to leave the arena with the dog. Tournament officials noted that ten pets were accredited and that regulations were followed.

The incident has reignited debate over allowing animals on tennis courts.