Daniil Medvedev Fined $76,000 for Australian Open Misconduct

Russian tennis player Daniil Medvedev has been fined a total of $76,000 for unsportsmanlike conduct during the Australian Open 2025, where he experienced a series of on-court outbursts. The fines include $10,000 for smashing a camera during his first-round match against Kasidit Samrej and an additional $66,000 for multiple violations, including a point penalty for throwing his racket in the second round against Learner Tien. Medvedev's frustrations were evident as he vented his anger through various incidents, such as hitting balls into the back wall and skipping the post-match press conference. Despite earning $120,000 for reaching the second round, the fines have significantly impacted his prize money. Medvedev jokingly remarked about the camera's durability compared to his racket, expressing surprise at the cost of the damage. This incident marks Medvedev's earliest exit at the Australian Open since his debut in 2017.