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Greg Rusedski reacts to Daniil Medvedev ‘mocking’ Novak Djokovic in Beijing before disqualification

Novak Djokovic secured his third China Open title in Beijing after a controversial semifinal clash with Daniil Medvedev ended in disqualification. The Russian star was leading 7-5, 5-3 when he hit a spectator with a ball, prompting an automatic default.

Djokovic later won the final in a similarly abrupt fashion, defeating Alex de Minaur 7-6(7-3), 0-1 after the Australian retired due to injury. Former British No.

1 Greg Rusedski weighed in on the incident, calling Medvedev’s disqualification a “terribly unfortunate” outcome, though he acknowledged the umpire’s decision was correct. He also criticized Medvedev for mocking Djokovic’s physical struggles during their match, suggesting the Russian’s actions may have fueled the Serbian’s performance.

Rusedski emphasized the importance of respecting top champions, noting that provoking Djokovic could backfire by motivating him further.

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