Daniil Medevev launched into an angry meltdown after losing a dramatic match point to Corentin Moutet, throwing his racket in disgust and smashing water bottles before leaving the court to a chorus of boos. His French opponent secured one of the biggest wins of his career, defeating Medvedev 1-6 6-4 6-4 to reach the Citi Open semi-finals.
The pair played out an incredible final point, one of the most high-quality rallies of the year, with Medvedev trying with all his might to stay in the contest. Having gone back and forth all over the court, the Russian star overhit his shot at the net, however, sealing Moutet’s place in the final four against Alex de Minaur.
Moutet dropped to the floor in jubilation, but while the contentious 26-year-old was taking in the moment, Medvedev’s racket could be seen thrown in the background. He launched it in the air, towards the crowd, going past the umpire’s chair and forcing a member of staff to duck to avoid being hit.
Medvedev then walked over to his seat, without a racket, and proceeded to smash two water bottles. A loud crash could be heard for the first bottle that was destroyed, prompting shrieks from the crowd in Washington. He then hurled a second bottle to the floor.
Former finalist Medvedev walked off the court to huge boos, with the crowd not appreciating his reaction to Moutet’s dramatic win, as his disappointing 2025 continues ahead of the upcoming US Open.
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