# Medvedev Disqualified After China Open Incident

> Daniil Medvedev faces disqualification after accidentally hitting a spectator at China Open.
- Title: Medvedev Disqualified After China Open Incident · Ubitennis
- Summary: Daniil Medvedev faces disqualification after accidentally hitting a spectator at China Open. Daniil Medvedev was disqualified from the China Open for…
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## Medvedev Disqualified
Daniil Medvedev was disqualified from the China Open after accidentally striking a spectator with a ball.
## Incident Details
Medvedev was trailing 5-7, 3-5 to Novak Djokovic when he accidentally struck a crowd member who was seen bent over holding his eye.
## Consequence
Medvedev lost 200 ranking points and $219,295 in prize money from the event.
## Medvedev's Statement
Medvedev called the incident a '100% accident' and said he didn't hit the ball in anger.

> I’m terribly sorry to the spectator. I’m trying to get in touch with him, if he wants it. Hopefully I can apologize in person and see how he feels.
## Rule Violation
The rule states a player is defaulted if they hit a spectator, official, or stadium staff member, even unintentionally.
## Current Ranking
Medvedev is eighth in the ATP race to Turin, the final qualifying spot for November’s Tour finals.
## Key takeaway

Daniil Medvedev was disqualified from the China Open for accidentally striking a spectator, losing 200 ranking points and $219,295 in prize money.