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Hugo Gaston broke down in tears after being forced to retire from his match against Jannik Sinner at the Australian Open. It was one-way traffic at Melbourne Park, with Sinner on the verge of victory before Gaston conceded the match at the start of the third set. The reigning champion had breezed through the opening two sets and was leading 6-2 6-1 when the contest was abruptly halted.

Before the start of play in the third set, Gaston went over to shake hands with Sinner as it became apparent that he was retiring from the match. The distraught Frenchman immediately returned to his chair, where he slumped and burst into tears. He covered his face with a towel before making his way off the court as Sinner applauded his beaten opponent.

Gaston looked in some distress as he cried on the sidelines and was consoled by Sinner, who ventured over and placed a hand on the 25-year-old's shoulder.

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