Goffin warns of tennis 'hooliganism' after gum spitting claims

Belgium's David Goffin claimed he was spat at by a French Open spectator, and warned that tennis is in danger of descending into the grip of "hooligans".

Goffin said a fan spat chewing gum at him as he defeated French player Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard 4-6, 6-4, 6-3, 6-7 (4), 6-3 on a raucous Court 14 at Roland Garros.

When the Belgian left the arena, he cupped his ear to all four sides to counter the jeers.