Medvedev Fined; Swiatek Shines at Australian Open

Daniil Medvedev has been fined a total of $76,000 for misconduct during his matches at the Australian Open, including smashing a net camera and inappropriate behavior during his matches. In the first round, he damaged a camera and broke his racquet in frustration, incurring a $10,000 fine. His second-round exit, considered a major upset, was marred by further misconduct, including throwing his racquet and skipping a mandatory press conference, leading to a $66,000 fine. These fines will significantly reduce his tournament earnings, which were $124,000. Meanwhile, Iga Swiatek showcased her dominance by defeating Emma Raducanu 6-1, 6-0, further advancing in the tournament without dropping a set. Swiatek, a five-time Grand Slam champion, continues to demonstrate her skill and focus, aiming to improve her performance in hard court events like the Australian Open.