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Medvedev Ousted by Qualifier Bonzi in Wimbledon First Round

The upset exposes serve inconsistency, extending his Grand Slam slump to three consecutive opening-round losses.

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Daniil Medvedev is out of another Grand Slam tournament in the first round after losing to 64th-ranked Benjamin Bonzi 7-6 (2), 3-6, 7-6 (3), 6-2 at Wimbledon. (AFP)

Overview

  • World No.9 Daniil Medvedev fell to No.64 Benjamin Bonzi 7-6(2), 3-6, 7-6(3), 6-2 on opening day at Wimbledon.
  • The defeat marks Medvedev’s third straight first-round exit at a Grand Slam in 2025 following early losses at the Australian and French Opens.
  • His loss ends a six-match opening-round winning streak at Wimbledon after six previous appearances without a first-round exit.
  • Medvedev’s serve faltered with 12 double faults, a 59% first-serve rate and just 43% of points won on second serve.
  • Bonzi secured his first career victory over a top-10 opponent in a Grand Slam to reach the second round for the first time at Wimbledon.