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Djokovic Advances to China Open Final After Medvedev Disqualified
Djokovic reaches Beijing final after Medvedev's disqualification in 2026.
In brief
Djokovic reaches Beijing final after Medvedev's disqualification in 2026. Djokovic advances to China Open final after Medvedev is disqualified with Djokovic serving for match. Originally reported by Tennis Majors.
Djokovic reaches China Open final
Novak Djokovic (No. 6) reached the China Open final on Monday when Daniil Medvedev (No. 3) was disqualified with Djokovic serving for the match.
Medvedev disqualified during match
The incident occurred when Medvedev hit a backhand into a spectator box, leading to his disqualification with Djokovic serving for the match.
Djokovic expresses sympathy
Djokovic said he felt sorry for Medvedev, recalling his own 2020 US Open disqualification.
“I feel sorry for Daniil as well because I know exactly what it feels to be disqualified in a match for this. I was disqualified at the US Open 2020. I was three points away from the win, incredible battle today.”
Djokovic's Beijing record
Djokovic becomes first player over 39 to beat two Top 10 opponents at same ATP 500 tournament since 1990.
Djokovic faces de Minaur in final
Djokovic will face Alex de Minaur (No. 5) in the China Open final after de Minaur advanced without finishing his semifinal.
What matters most
Djokovic advances to China Open final after Medvedev is disqualified with Djokovic serving for match.
