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Medvedev Retires in China Open Semi After 'Lack of Effort' Warning as Tien Reaches First ATP Final

A 'best effort' code violation during severe cramping prompted a heated exchange with officials.

Overview

  • Daniil Medvedev stopped at 5-7, 7-5, 4-0 after severe cramping left him barely able to move.
  • Chair umpire Adel Nour issued a code violation for lack of effort, and match supervisor Roland Herfel was summoned.
  • Medvedev accused officials of "trying to intimidate" him and cited his recent $42,500 US Open fine while disputing the call.
  • He briefly resumed and won the next point before retiring while down 0-4 in the final set.
  • Learner Tien, 19, advanced to his first ATP Tour final and will face world No. 1 Jannik Sinner.