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Power Outage at Madrid Open Sparks Player Reflection

5/2/2025

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During the Madrid Open on April 28, 2025, a sudden power outage paused the matches, prompting players like Alex de Minaur and Jack Draper to unplug and reconnect with themselves. Embracing the unexpected break, they took leisurely walks and dove into books, discovering the refreshing joy of stepping away from screens and savoring genuine moments of reflection.

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During the Madrid Open on April 28, 2025, a sudden power outage paused the matches, prompting players like Alex de Minaur and Jack Draper to unplug and reconnect with themselves. Embracing the unexpected break, they took leisurely walks and dove into books, discovering the refreshing joy of stepping away from screens and savoring genuine moments of reflection.