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Daniil Medvedev loses to Novak Djokovic in unexpected way at China Open

The China Open semifinal between Novak Djokovic and Daniil Medvedev concluded in an unprecedented manner. After Djokovic secured the opening set 7-5 following a series of grueling service games, the match ended prematurely when Medvedev was disqualified for striking a spectator with a ball that deflected off the backboard into the crowd.

Prior to the incident, Medvedev had requested a medical timeout during the second set, where Djokovic held a service break advantage. This victory marks the 33rd win for the undefeated Djokovic in Beijing, setting up a final match against Alex de Minaur, who advanced after Hubert Hurkacz retired from their semifinal contest.

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