Grigor Dimitrov Victim Of 70,000€ Robbery Before Barcelona Open

Grigor Dimitrov fell prey to a brazen robbery that saw his high-end watch, valued at a staggering 70,000 euros, snatched right off his wrist.

As the world's top tennis players gather in Barcelona for the prestigious Barcelona Open, an ATP 500 clay-court tournament, the excitement on the court is, unfortunately, being overshadowed by a sinister off-court incident.

The incident unfolded on Friday evening as Dimitrov made his way back from a training session on the bustling Sarriá Avenue. Unsuspecting, Dimitrov was accosted by thieves on a motorcycle, who artfully caused him to lower his guard by closing the rear-view mirror of his vehicle. As Dimitrov reached out to fix the mirror, the criminals swiftly relieved him of his luxury timepiece.

Despite the shocking encounter, Dimitrov admirably maintained his composure and continued on his way, ultimately reporting the theft at a nearby Mossos police station.

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While the robbers remain unidentified and the stolen watch yet to be recovered, authorities suspect the involvement of professional Neapolitan thieves, who may have descended upon Barcelona to capitalize on the influx of tourists drawn by the high-profile tennis tournament.

This unsettling episode is a stark reminder that even elite athletes like Grigor Dimitrov are not immune to the perils of street crime. With the Barcelona Open taking place from April 17th to 23rd, both players and visitors are urged to remain vigilant as they enjoy the world-class tennis action.

The Bulgarian will want to forget the incident and focus on the tournament, where he was drawn against the winner of the match between Albert Ramos-Vinolas and Emilio Gomez.

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