Source: Essentially Sports
Daniil Medvedev's campaign at the China Open came to an unexpected end when he was disqualified from his semifinal match against Novak Djokovic. The incident occurred during the second set when Medvedev, frustrated after losing a point, swiped his racket and hit a ball into the stands, striking a spectator in the head. The default was immediate, and Djokovic advanced to the final as a result. Medvedev later expressed his regret over the incident and apologized for the unintended consequence of his actions. This disqualification marks a significant moment in Medvedev's season, following his recent title win in Hangzhou. Djokovic will now face Alex de Minaur in the final, aiming for his first title of the 2026 season.
