Medvedev Upset First Round Wimbledon Highlights 2025 Opening Day

Daniil Medvedev, the world No. 9 and ninth seed at Wimbledon 2025, suffered a surprising first-round defeat to France's Benjamin Bonzi, ranked No. 64, marking Medvedev's earliest exit in seven Wimbledon appearances and continuing his struggles in Grand Slam events this year. Despite the loss, Medvedev remained composed publicly, attributing his confidence to a strong performance at the Halle grass-court tournament prior to Wimbledon, though he expressed frustration on court, visibly slamming his racquet and questioning Bonzi's unexpectedly high level of play during the match. Medvedev noted that Bonzi, who had never previously advanced beyond the second round at Wimbledon, played exceptionally well, committing few errors, which contributed to the upset. This defeat extends Medvedev's streak of early Grand Slam exits in 2025, including losses at the Australian and French Opens, raising concerns about a potential form crisis. Bonzi, celebrating the biggest win of his career, acknowledged the tough match and the opportunity that comes with such an upset. The tournament also featured other notable moments, including Carlos Alcaraz's progress and Aryna Sabalenka advancing in the women's draw, as Wimbledon commenced under hot conditions.