US Open: Daniil Medvedev Outburst Leads to Photographer’s Ejection and Credential Revocation

Quick Summary

• Incident Details: During a US Open match between daniil Medvedev and Benjamin Bonzi, a photographer unexpectedly stepped onto the court, disrupting play during Bonzi’s match point in the third set. The chair umpire intervened to eject the photographer.
• Umpire’s Decision: Chair umpire Greg allensworth awarded Bonzi a first serve instead of a second after the interruption,angering Medvedev.
• Medvedev’s Reaction: Medvedev protested fiercely, interacting with fans and delaying Bonzi’s serve. His behavior drew criticism for escalating tensions during an already intense moment.
• Outcome: Following swift action by security personnel, the US tennis Association revoked the photographer’s credentials for the remainder of this year’s tournament.
• Match Result: In an intense five-set competition (6-3, 7-5, 6-7 [5], 0-6, 6-4), Benjamin Bonzi defeated Medvedev early Monday morning. This loss marks another Grand Slam disappointment for Medvedev in 2025; he finishes with onyl one victory across all majors this year.
• Comments Post-Match:

– Bonzi: Criticized medvedev’s behavior as “adding fuel to fire,” stating that it put him in an uncomfortable position during his serve under crowd pressure.
– Medvedev: Expressed frustration with umpire decisions rather than blaming the photographer.

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