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Medvedev advances at Shanghai in his first match since his China Open disqualification

Daniil Medvedev returned to competition at the Shanghai Masters just days after his controversial disqualification from the China Open semifinals against Novak Djokovic. The Russian star, who left Beijing’s tournament early amid a heated exchange with officials, faced fresh scrutiny as he sought to rebound in Asia’s hard-court circuit.

Meanwhile, the fallout from Medvedev’s exit at the China Open—where he was removed from play in a match against Djokovic—has cast a shadow over his recent form, though his decision to compete in Shanghai signals a swift attempt to reset. Separately, Carlos Alcaraz cemented his dominance in Tokyo by claiming the Japan Open title, defeating Jiri Lehecka in the final to add another trophy to his 2026 haul.

The Spanish world No. 1’s victory underscored his consistency across multiple surfaces, even as Medvedev navigates a period of heightened attention following his Beijing controversy.

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