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Novak Djokovic Sympathizes With Daniil Medvedev After His Disqualification in Beijing Semi-Final

Novak Djokovic advanced to the China Open final after his opponent, Daniil Medvedev, was disqualified during their semifinal match. The incident occurred while Medvedev trailed 7-5, 5-3, when he struck a ball into the stands that hit a spectator.

Djokovic, who previously faced a similar disqualification at the 2020 US Open against Pablo Carreno Busta, expressed empathy for his opponent while noting his primary concern was for the injured fan. The ruling cost Medvedev his prize money and ranking points for the event.

Djokovic emphasized that he believed the action was unintentional, citing his own past experience with such a sudden exit.

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