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Tennis star Hewitt caught in Middle East conflict

Australian tennis player Cruz Hewitt was caught up in Iranian missile strikes while competing in a tournament in the United Arab Emirates.

The son of tennis legend Lleyton Hewitt was in Dubai when the tournament he was participating in was abruptly halted due to escalating tensions in the Middle East. Frightening footage of drone attacks has emerged from the region.

Hewitt, following in his father's footsteps in professional tennis, was safely evacuated from the area as authorities worked to manage the situation amid the conflict.