Crowd support surged as Medvedev's frustrations boiled over, leading to a six-minute delay. Bonzi, visibly shaken by the commotion, momentarily lost composure, only to ultimately secure a five-set victory. Medvedev, reflecting on the tumultuous events, expressed his feelings of vulnerability in light of his recent performance, admitting to contemplating his career after the loss. Security promptly escorted the photographer from Louis Armstrong Stadium, with a statement issued by the USTA confirming the revocation of his credentials. Medvedev's reaction mirrored his provocative history at the US Open, reigniting discussions on his role as both antagonist and crowd favorite.
Medvedev Eliminated from US Open After Court Interruption by Photographer
Medvedev Eliminated from US Open After Court Interruption by Photographer
Daniil Medvedev's US Open journey ends prematurely as chaos erupts due to a photographer’s misstep, leading to dramatic tensions during his match.
In a stunning turn at the US Open, Daniil Medvedev's first-round match against Benjamin Bonzi spiraled into chaos when a photographer inadvertently stepped onto the court. This incident catalyzed an emotional response from Medvedev that significantly shifted the match's atmosphere. As the former world number one faced match point at 5-4 in the third set, the inadvertent court intrusion occurred during Bonzi's serve. Umpire Greg Allensworth allowed Bonzi a second serve after the distraction, provoking Medvedev's outrage.
