Another day, another Daniil Medvedev moment that makes you wonder if you’re watching a high-stakes tennis match or a piece of performance art. This time, the drama unfolded at the China Open, where Medvedev, visibly battling severe cramps, was bizarrely handed a ‘best efforts’ code violation. Yes, you read that right. He was penalized for not trying hard enough while his own body was staging a full-scale rebellion against him.
In a scene that felt ripped straight from a Curb Your Enthusiasm script, the ATP has since had to walk back the decision, admitting the call was a complete error. But not before we were all treated to another classic Medvedev tirade that was equal parts bewildering and, let’s be honest, wildly entertaining.
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