Medvedev is no stranger to some on-court theatrics but he took things too far in his opening round-robin match at the season-ending championships. The 28-year-old got a code violation for smashing his racket after hitting three consecutive double faults to lose the first set.
And he imploded after going a break down in the second set when Fritz shanked the ball but managed to get it inside the court for a lob winner. The American apologised but it was too late – Medvedev lost his head, throwing his racket and receiving a point penalty.
Asked what went through his head during his furious outburst, the former world No. 1 was brutally honest.
“Unfortunately, nothing comes from my mind, and I expect nothing. I get angry, frustrated. This time completely with myself, not with anyone. Just with myself. Yeah, very frustrated,” Medvedev explained.
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