Protester Disrupt French Event, Comes Within Metres of Tennis Champion Rafael Nadal

According to Skynews, finals of the French Open has been disrupted by a bare-chested protester who leapt onto the court at Roland Garros with a red flare.

The spectator, who was wearing a white mask, came within a couple of metres of defending champion Rafael Nadal before being wrestled away by security guards.

Nadal looks on as the protester is led away by a security guard

Nadal appeared undeterred by the interruption and went on to beat fellow Spaniard David Ferrer 6-3 6-2 6-2.
The drama unfolded in front of the VIP box where Olympic gold medallist Usain Bolt and Hollywood actor Leonardo DiCaprio were sitting.

The incident happened close to the VIP box at Roland Garros

It is believed the man was protesting against same-sex marriage, which was legalised in France last month.
Earlier, two demonstrators were removed from the stadium after holding up play by brandishing a banner with a slogan criticising the new law.

A security guard threw the protester over an advertising board

A group of protesters were also seen unfurling a banner and waving flares on the roof of Court Suzanne Lenglen.
The on-court protest was similar to one involving Roger Federer in his 2009 French Open win over Robin Soderling.

Demonstrators also climbed to the roof of Court Suzanne Lenglen

On that occasion, a serial sports event protester known as Jimmy Jump ran up to the Swiss player and attempted to place a hat on his head.
He was tackled by a security guard while stumbling after jumping over the net.