The French Open Final between Rafael Nadal and David Ferrer came to a grinding halt when an anti-gay marriage protestor charged onto the court with a flare.

Fortunately for both athletes, security quickly tackled the man, ejecting him from the court in record time.

The flare was not properly distinguished for a short while, both players showed confusion on whether to continue the game.

Demonstrations like this are happening all over France at the moment, with the recent legislation of same-sex marriage receiving a significant backlash.

Watch the footage below.

Nadine Walker