U.S. Open Chaos: Medvedev's Meltdown Amidst Court Intrusion
The U.S. Open match between Daniil Medvedev and Benjamin Bonzi was disrupted when a photographer unexpectedly stepped onto the court. The intrusion led to chaos and an emotional outburst from Medvedev, ultimately resulting in his defeat to Bonzi in an intensely contested five-set match.
Pandemonium ensued at the U.S. Open on Sunday when an unexpected court invasion by a photographer disrupted a match involving Russian player Daniil Medvedev. The intrusion put the first-round match on hold, resulting in an emotional meltdown from Medvedev.
The tense encounter reached a boiling point as Medvedev, serving against Frenchman Benjamin Bonzi, faced a disqualification threat. As boos echoed through Louis Armstrong Stadium, Medvedev's attempts to regain composure were short-lived despite forcing a fourth set.
In a thrilling finale, Bonzi, backed by fervent cheers from his supporters, narrowly defeated the former champion. The incident underscores the unpredictable nature of high-stakes tennis, leaving Medvedev reflecting on a challenging year marked by early exits from major tournaments.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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