Unseeded Bonzi Stuns Medvedev in Wimbledon First Round

Daniil Medvedev, seeded ninth and a two-time Wimbledon semifinalist, suffered a surprising first-round defeat at Wimbledon 2025, losing to world No. 64 Benjamin Bonzi in a four-set match played under record heat conditions. This loss marked Medvedev’s first opening-round exit at Wimbledon in seven appearances and continued a troubling Grand Slam form where he has now lost three consecutive majors to unseeded players. Bonzi’s victory was characterized by tactical precision, strong serving, and aggressive net play, which disrupted Medvedev’s rhythm and capitalized on his 12 double faults. The Frenchman expressed his joy, calling it his first top-10 win at a Grand Slam, highlighting the special atmosphere of Wimbledon as a motivating factor. Meanwhile, Aryna Sabalenka advanced to the second round, continuing her pursuit of a better Wimbledon performance after previous semi-final finishes. Medvedev’s recent struggles at majors contrast sharply with his past achievements, including his 2021 US Open title and deep runs at Wimbledon, raising questions about his current form on the grass and in Grand Slam events overall.