Australian Open 2025: Daniil Medvedev fined for unsportsmanlike conduct
Daniil Medvedev has been fined more than £60,000 for unsportsmanlike conduct at the Australian Open.
Russian fifth seed Destroyed webcam He slammed his racquet hard in a five-set first-round win over world No. 418 Kasidit Samrej.
He was subsequently penalized during the game Lost in the second round American teenager Learner Tien failed to attend the mandatory post-match press conference after throwing his racket.
Medvedev received a bonus of A$200,000 (£102,000) for reaching the second round at Melbourne Park.
However, because his actions crossed the line, he will be required to pay a total fine of $76,000 (£62,400).
The 28-year-old reached the final in Australia last year, but this time he unexpectedly lost to 19-year-old Tian An. This was his first major exit since losing in the first round of the French Open in 2023.
