Tag: Daniil Medvedev

Daniil Medvedev US Open chaos as photographer halts match and sparks meltdown

A photographer stepped onto the court during match point in Daniil Medvedev’s US Open first-round match, triggering a volatile scene and a six-minute delay. Medvedev raged at the umpire and incited the crowd before falling in five sets to Benjamin Bonzi. The episode revived memories of Medvedev’s past run-ins with the New York crowd and raised questions about courtside security and officiating protocol.

by Ryder Whitlock
Aug 25, 2025
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Daniil Medvedev meltdown after US Open 2025 five-set loss to Bonzi sparks umpire row

Daniil Medvedev crashed out of the US Open in the first round, losing to Benjamin Bonzi in five sets after a wild momentum swing. A photographer stepping onto the court led to a disputed first-serve do-over, triggering a heated exchange with the umpire. After the loss, Medvedev smashed his racket and had to be escorted off. The result sends Bonzi through and leaves Medvedev facing scrutiny over his composure.