Watch| Monte Carlo Masters: Cedric Mourier's howler costs David Goffin a place in the final
Anyone who plays Rafael Nadal always needs decisions to go for him, particularly on clay. But David Goffin was at the receiving end of a howler from umpire Cedric Mourier when he saw the pitch mark of a previous ball and overruled the initial correct call which was given by the linesman.
Belgium’s David Goffin was at the receiving end of an unfortunate call from referee Cedric Mourier during his semifinal encounter against Rafael Nadal at the Monte Carlo Masters. The incident occurred with Goffin serving on
But Courier soon rushed to the spot and upon seeing the pitch mark of a previous ball, overruled the initial decision and awarded the point to Nadal, despite Goffin’s vocal protestations and arguments.
And the Belgian paid the price for
You can watch Mourier’s gaffe here.
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