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The field in Acapulco was suddenly decimated by digestive issues on Wednesday, and no top stars remained.

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Ben Rothenberg
Feb 28, 2025
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ACAPULCO, Mexico — The first sign of trouble on Wednesday in Acapulco came more than an hour before the first match, when a name quietly-but-suddenly changed color on the many television screens showing the order of play.

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