Tennis-Shapovalov says will default match if forced to play in poor air
(WorldNews Environment)

MELBOURNE — World number 13 Denis Shapovalov says he will refuse to play at the Australian Open if forced to compete in poor air and expects other leading players at the Grand Slam tournament would do the same if their health is at risk. Organizers have been criticized by players and the media for plowing ahead with qualifying this week despite authorities warning residents to stay indoors and restrict physical activity as air quality plunged due to bushfire smoke. Canadian...