Temperamental Russian tennis player Daniil Medvedev was fined a total of $76,000 for his behavior during the Australian Open. The world number five faced penalties for multiple incidents, including destroying a net camera and throwing his racquet during his matches.
In the first round, Medvedev was fined $10,000 for smashing his racquet and damaging the camera during a five-set win against Thailand’s Kasidit Samrej. His behavior escalated in the second round when he faced a $66,000 fine for throwing his racquet towards the sidelines and arguing with the umpire over repeated foot faults during his match against 19-year-old qualifier Learner Tien.
Medvedev also skipped his post-match press conference, adding to his penalties. Despite reaching three of the last four Australian Open finals, including a loss to Jannik Sinner in 2024, his recent outbursts have drawn significant fines and criticism.
The fines highlight the importance of maintaining sportsmanship and professionalism in tennis, even during high-pressure matches. Medvedev’s actions have sparked discussions about the need for better emotional control and respect for the game’s rules and officials.
Temperamental Russian tennis player Daniil Medvedev was fined $76,000 for his behavior at the Australian Open. During his first-round match against Thailand’s Kasidit Samrej, Medvedev had a meltdown, destroying a net camera and mangling his racquet, which resulted in a $10,000 penalty. His behavior in the next round was even more costly; after losing to 19-year-old qualifier Learner Tien, he threw his racquet towards the sidelines, argued with the umpire over repeated foot faults, and skipped his obligatory post-match press conference. These actions led to an additional $66,000 fine.
Medvedev’s outbursts have been a recurring theme in his recent performances, including his 2024 Australian Open final loss to Jannik Sinner, where he imploded after leading by two sets. Despite his talent and previous successes, including reaching three of the last four Australian Open finals, Medvedev’s temper continues to overshadow his achievements on the court.
Daniil Medvedev in 2025
WWWWLLWWWL Now ranked no.5, Daniil played his last match on the 16th of January when he was overcome by world no.121 Learner Tien 6-3 7-6(4) 6-7(8) 1-6 7-6(7) in the 2nd round of the Australian Open (draw).
Currently, during this year the Russian owns a composed 1-1 match record.
Medvedev will compete next in Rotterdam (ABN AMRO Open). He will start to play the tournament from the main draw that will commence on the 3rd of February.
Andrey Rublev in 2025
Currently ranked no.9, Rublev played his last match on the 14th of January when he surrendered to world no.112 Joao Fonseca 7-6(1) 6-3 7-6(5) in the 1st round of the Australian Open (draw).
During this season the Russian has a composed 0-2 match record.
He is also scheduled to play in Rotterdam (ABN AMRO Open) on the 3rd of February and () on the 30th of December.
Daniil Medvedev and Andrey Rublev faced off 10 times. Their current record is 8-2 for Medvedev.
