Ball kids in Miami aren’t just pick-up artists, they’re players too.
When opponent Laura Siegemund left the court for a medical timeout, Paula Badosa got busy hitting—with the ball kid.
Watch the former Indian Wells champion call this quality left-handed ball kid out to hit.
— Paula Badosa (@paulabadosa) March 23, 2023
The ball kid held his own, too.
The hit helped both as Badosa went on to beat Siegemund 7-6(2), 4-6, 6-2 on Butch Buchholz Family Court.
I ❤️ you guys https://t.co/H2Ychcvlsj
— Paula Badosa (@paulabadosa) March 23, 2023
The crowd appreciated Badosa’s gesture showering her with applause and a sunny compliment.
Photo credit: Getty
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