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Medvedev Storms Off Court After Heated Clash with Umpire
30 Sep
Summary
- Medvedev took first set 7-5 against American teen Tien
- Medvedev rowed with umpire, called for match supervisor
- Medvedev retired prematurely from deciding third set
On September 30, 2025, Russian tennis player Daniil Medvedev found himself embroiled in controversy during his China Open semifinal match against American teenager Learner Tien. Medvedev had taken the first set 7-5, but as the second set began, he appeared to be carrying some sort of concern.
Despite this, Medvedev was able to push the match to a deciding third set. However, it was in this final set that the wheels began to fall off for the Russian star. Medvedev launched into a fiery rant with the umpire and even called for the match supervisor to head to the court. Ultimately, Medvedev made the decision to retire prematurely, dashing his hopes of reaching the final against Italy's Jannik Sinner.
The reasons behind Medvedev's outburst and eventual retirement remain unclear, but the incident has undoubtedly cast a shadow over his performance at the prestigious China Open tournament. Tennis fans and pundits alike will be eager to learn more about the circumstances that led to this dramatic conclusion to Medvedev's semifinal match.
