Research has found that drinking the juice prompts a reflex in our throats which is key to blocking cramps within seconds
Andy Murray’s US Open first round opponent Corentin Moutet had a row with the officials over not providing his desired beverage: pickle juice.
Known for helping to stave off cramps, Moutet requested pickle juice after appearing to struggle going into the third set. But when the physio appeared on court, he informed the Frenchman that he did not have any to offer him.
Told that it was not available, he angrily said: “You had it in Cincinnati and everywhere else but not here?” He went on to lose in straight sets.
Though it might appear a strange request, pickle juice is all the rage across a number of sports.