Medvedev defeats Wawrinka, advances in Rotterdam Open

Daniil Medvedev had a heated exchange with the chair umpire during his first-round match against Stan Wawrinka at the ATP Rotterdam Open, accusing the official of having 'deep problems' after receiving a time violation. Despite losing the first set, Medvedev rallied to win the match 6-7(8), 6-4, 6-1, marking his return to the tournament where he previously claimed the title in 2023. Medvedev expressed frustration over the officiating, suggesting he was unfairly targeted and referencing past incidents with other players. After the match, he reflected on his lack of confidence, noting that it affected his performance in the first set but he managed to regroup and improve. He will next face qualifier Mattia Bellucci as he seeks to secure his first title since winning the ATP Masters 1000 in Rome. Wawrinka, although competitive, ultimately ran out of steam against the younger Medvedev.