Medvedev's pattern of on-court misconduct: From racquet smashing to coin throwing

Daniil Medvedev was disqualified during the China Open 2026 semifinal, marking another chapter in his documented history of on-court controversies. The incident adds to a long pattern of disciplinary cases that have drawn fines and sanctions throughout his career.

Medvedev's previous infractions include wallet-throwing at Wimbledon in 2017, towel-snatching and obscene language at the 2019 US Open, and other conduct violations. These recurring incidents have resulted in multiple fines imposed by tennis governing bodies.