Tennis-Stung into action, Alcaraz flees the bees at Indian Wells

Mar 14, 2024; Indian Wells, CA, USA; Carlos Alcaraz (ESP) celebrates after defeating Alexander Zverev (GER) in his quarterfinal match in the BNP Paribas Open at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

(Reuters) - Carlos Alcaraz said he surprised himself by staying focused despite being stung on the forehead at Indian Wells on Thursday after the Spaniard's quarter-final against Alexander Zverev was interrupted by a swarm of bees.

The world number two was serving in the third game of the match when the bees descended upon him. The 20-year-old tried swatting them away with his racket but eventually ran for cover after being stung.