Explore the latest developments concerning Daniil Medvedev disqualified.
Daniil Medvedev disqualified from China Open semi after hitting fan with ball
Daniil Medvedev was disqualified from his China Open semi-final with Novak Djokovic on Monday after hitting a rebounding ball into the crowd that struck a spectator in the eye.
The Russian world No 5 was trailing 7-5, 5-3 and had lost a point when, in frustration, he struck a ball that had come off the back wall. The spectator, sitting in the first row, clutched his left eye and appeared in pain as he left the gallery, assisted by the stadium’s staff.
“Terribly sorry to the spectator, first of all,” Medvedev said, adding it was “100% an accident” and that he wished to apologise in person. “The ball was bouncing back so I tried to just hit it anywhere so it doesn’t go out from the court. When I saw the result I felt horrible.”
Daniil Medvedev defaulted for hitting spectator with ball as Novak Djokovic reaches another China Open final
Six-time champion Novak Djokovic moves to 33-0 in Beijing after Daniil Medvedev defaulted for hitting spectator around left eye; Medvedev, who has apologised for "100 per cent accident" to lose all points and prize money; Djokovic staves off 16 of 18 break points he faced in semi-final
Daniil Medvedev was defaulted for hitting a spectator with a ball as Novak Djokovic took his impeccable record at the China Open to 33-0 and moved one win away from a first title of 2026.
Medvedev accidentally struck the fan while trailing 7-5 5-3 and three points from defeat in Monday's punishing semi-final in Beijing, during which Djokovic saved 16 of the 18 break points he faced.
Roomark 4000 PSI Pressure Washer Surface Cleaner Stainless Steel Power Washer for Driveway Patio Cleaning, 1/4" Quick Connector
The dynamic landscape of current events often brings forth significant discussions. Monitoring these developments provides crucial insights.
For more detailed information, explore updates concerning Daniil Medvedev disqualified.
