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8.7.P refers to interfering with a fielder, not contacting a fair batted ball.
Since R1 scored, s/he is no longer a runner. I don't see where this is any different than a blocked ball by the offensive team if the catcher, in the umpire's judgment, had a valid play at 1B.
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