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Record 1 2010-02-24

English

Subject field(s)
  • Racquet Sports
DEF

To withdraw from a tennis tournament for personal reasons (default) after being listed officially as an entrant but before competition actually begins or to withdraw the name of a competitor from competition because of some rule infraction.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Sports de raquette
DEF

Rayer un joueur de tennis qui, pour une épreuve donnée, n'est pas présent à l'appel de son nom.

OBS

Par extension, refuser de disputer un match en ne se présentant pas à l'appel du départ.

Spanish

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