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Medvedev beaten after photographer invades court

Medvedev beaten after photographer invades court

Summary

Daniil Medvedev lost his first-round match at the US Open against Benjamin Bonzi after a photographer walked onto the court, causing a significant delay. The incident disrupted the game, leading to tension and an unexpected result, with Bonzi eventually winning.

Key Facts

  • Daniil Medvedev, a former world number one tennis player, was knocked out of the US Open in the first round.
  • The match was interrupted when a photographer walked onto the court during Medvedev's match point against Benjamin Bonzi.
  • The interruption caused a delay of six minutes and 24 seconds.
  • Medvedev was upset because the match umpire allowed Bonzi a new first serve after the interruption.
  • The crowd sided with Medvedev, creating a loud and tense atmosphere.
  • Bonzi eventually won the match with scores of 6-3, 7-5, 6-7 (5-7), 0-6, 6-4.
  • The photographer's credential was revoked for the 2025 US Open by the United States Tennis Association.
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