Courage and Compassion: Zeynep Sonmez's Grand Slam Moment

Turkish tennis player Zeynep Sonmez became a crowd favorite at the Australian Open after assisting a ball girl who fainted. Despite the interruption, Sonmez secured a victory against Ekaterina Alexandrova, making her the first Turkish woman to reach the second round at Melbourne Park. Her 2025 season saw further accomplishments.

Turkish tennis player Zeynep Sonmez captured the hearts of Australian Open fans when she swiftly came to the aid of a ball girl who collapsed in Melbourne's intense heat.

During a match against Ekaterina Alexandrova, a ball girl lost her balance and fell, prompting the attentive Sonmez to pause play and assist her.

Sonmez helped the girl receive medical attention, earning applause from spectators. Despite the disruption, Sonmez won the match, marking a milestone in her career and inspiring many.

(With inputs from agencies.)