Norrie Defeats Medvedev in Five-Set French Open Thriller

British tennis player Cameron Norrie staged a remarkable comeback to defeat 11th seed Daniil Medvedev in a thrilling five-set match at the French Open, marking his first victory over the Russian in five attempts. Ranked 81st, Norrie won 7-5, 6-3, 4-6, 1-6, 7-5 after nearly four hours, overcoming a two-set deficit and saving break points in intense exchanges. Medvedev, who had been favored and served for the match at 5-4 in the decider, faltered under pressure, continuing a pattern of early exits at Roland Garros. Norrie, who had slipped from a top 10 ranking due to injuries and loss of form, praised the victory as one of his career highlights and expressed relief and joy, famously throwing his racquet in celebration. The match showcased Norrie's resilience and tactical adjustment, as he capitalized on Medvedev's inconsistencies despite the latter’s mid-match medical timeout for a finger injury. Norrie's win signals a significant resurgence, and he will next face Argentine Federico Agustin Gomez in the second round.