WATCH: Grigor Dimitrov’s touching gesture towards a specially-abled fan erupts Marseille Open crowd into a cheer for the Bulgarian ATP icon

Grigor Dimitrov climbed into the stands to fulfill the fan's request for a picture.

WATCH: Grigor Dimitrov’s touching gesture towards a specially-abled fan erupts Marseille Open crowd into a cheer for the Bulgarian ATP icon

Grigor Dimitrov fulfills a fan's request for selfie (Images via X)

Bulgarian tennis ace Grigor Dimitrov won the hearts of tennis fans with his humble gesture after his second-round match at the Marseille Open.

Dimitrov climbed into the stands to fulfill the request of a specially-abled fan, and it earned the tennis star loads of praise. The video of the incident also went viral on social media.

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After his win over Sebastian Korda in the second round of the ATP 250 tournament, Dimitrov noticed a specially-abled fan cheering for him in the stands. The Bulgarian quickly ran to him and gifted him his wristband. On top of that, Dimitrov also obliged the fan’s request for a selfie.

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With Dimitrov fulfilling the special fan’s request, people present at the stadium applauded the Bulgarian ace. The 32-year-old seemingly also apologized for not being able to hear the fan’s request earlier due to the noise around. All of this was captured by the cameramen, and the video went viral on social media. 

Grigor Dimitrov back to winning ways in 2024 season

Grigor Dimitrov, who blew hot and cold in the 2023 season, has started the new ATP season on a high. The 32-year-old landed his first title in the very first tournament he played this season. Dimitrov registered some memorable wins in his quest to win the title in Brisbane. 

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Grigor Dimitrov in action (Image via Imago)

However, Dimitrov faced a setback at the 2024 Australian Open as he had to face a defeat in the third round at the hands of Nonu Borges. Nevertheless, the Bulgarian has bounced back well, as he registered a comprehensive victory over Sebastian Korda in France. The 32-year-old beat the American in straight sets. 

While Dimitrov raced to a 6-1 win in the first set, he had to work hard in the second set as it went into a tiebreaker. Korda capitalized on the chances and pushed Dimitrov to the edge. The Bulgarian ace admitted that he was made to work hard in the second set. 

I think the first set was amazing. Honestly, whatever I was touching was getting to the right place and in matches like that sometimes it is very difficult to maintain it throughout the two sets. In the second he had one look, and he took it. The game he broke me, amazing returns and just amazing play overall. So he kind of took the ball away from my racquet, and I had to find a way to get back.
Grigor Dimitrov said in his on-court interview. (H/T: ATP Tour)

The former World No. 3 is expected to meet eighth seed Jiri Lehecka or home favorite Arthur Rinderknech in the Marseille quarterfinals. It is to be seen if Dimitrov lands his second tour-level title or if he will face another heartbreak.

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