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Mel's initial reaction mirrored many viewers who saw the foul in real time. Upon first viewing, he regarded it as a penalty. However, as the replays progressed, his opinion began to evolve. The crucial moment came when he observed the third replay from a different angle. It became apparent to him that the player involved, despite dramatically hitting the ground as if struck by a bat, had actually touched the ball first with his head.