Daniil Medvedev was disqualified from his China Open semi-final against Novak Djokovic after hitting a ball into the stands that struck a spectator. The incident occurred while Djokovic was serving for the match, leading to Medvedev's default under ATP rules prohibiting dangerous play.
Medvedev has a history of on-court volatility, once claiming he is calm in life but struggles with anger during matches. At the 2019 US Open, he was fined for snatching a towel from a ball person and making an offensive gesture. He has also had confrontations with umpires, including a 2017 Wimbledon incident where he sprinkled coins at umpire Mariana Alves.
Despite his fiery demeanor, Medvedev is known for engaging and humorous post-match interviews. However, his aggression has led to significant penalties, including fines exceeding £60,000 at the 2025 Australian Open for attempting to destroy a net camera. His latest default adds to a pattern of disciplinary issues that have marred his otherwise strong performances.
Source: BBC Sport · Summarized by HeadlinesBriefing