During the first round of the US Open, Daniil Medvedev found himself in a storm of controversy as he faced Benjamin Bonzi. With Bonzi serving for the match and leading two sets to none, a photographer unexpectedly stepped onto the court at match point. The intrusion disrupted play and threw the stadium into confusion.
The Umpire’s Controversial Call
Chair umpire Greg Allensworth responded by ordering the photographer off the court. However, his decision to award Bonzi a fresh first serve due to the delay sparked immediate outrage. Medvedev, already under pressure, was visibly furious. He stormed toward the umpire, questioning his authority and composure in front of a roaring crowd.
Medvedev’s Heated Reaction
Medvedev’s frustration boiled over as he addressed the umpire directly, accusing him of being unfit for the moment. He turned to the crowd, encouraging their boos and amplifying the tension in the stadium. His remarks were sharp and personal, aimed at undermining the umpire’s credibility while rallying the audience to his side.
Disruption and Delay
The match was halted for nearly seven minutes as the crowd’s reaction intensified. Bonzi, visibly unsettled, demanded a time violation against Medvedev, claiming the delay was deliberate. The prolonged interruption shifted the momentum, allowing Medvedev to regroup and win the fourth set decisively.
Final Outcome and Fallout
Despite the comeback effort, Medvedev ultimately lost in five sets. The incident left fans divided and raised questions about officiating standards and crowd control. Bonzi later described the atmosphere as wild and difficult to manage, highlighting the emotional toll of the unexpected delay.
A Night to Remember
The clash between Medvedev and the umpire turned a routine first-round match into one of the most talked-about moments of the tournament. It underscored the fragile balance between player focus, officiating decisions, and the unpredictable nature of live sports.
Daniil Medvedev in 2025
Now ranked no.13, Daniil played his last match on the 24th of August when he surrendered to world no.51 Benjamin Bonzi 6-3 7-5 6-7(5) 0-6 6-4 in the 1st round of the U.S. Open (draw).
Until now, during this year Medvedev has achieved an overall 26-18 record. Daniil Medvedev’s best result of the present year was reaching the final in Halle.
Bonzi at the U.S. Open, ranking, and results in 2025
LWLWLWWLWL Ranked world no.51, the French player has achieved an overall 19-20 match record in 2025. Bonzi is participating at the U.S. Open where he toppled the world no.13 Daniil Medvedev 6-3 7-5 6-7(5) 0-6 6-4.
Benjamin Bonzi will play the world no.55 Marcos Giron in the 2nd round. They have never played each other up to now on the main tour.
Daniil Medvedev and Benjamin Bonzi played each other 4 times. Their current head to head is 3-1 for Bonzi.
