Daniil Medvedev Punished: Russian Star Loses Prize Money After Heated Row With Officials At Monte Carlo 2026 Open

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The prestigious Monte Carlo Masters 2026 witnessed a chaotic scene on Court 13 as world number four Daniil Medvedev faced severe disciplinary action following a series of emotional outbursts. The Russian star has been officially punished by the ATP for “unsportsmanlike conduct” during his third-round encounter against Karen Khachanov on April 14 2026. After a heated row with chair umpire Mohamed Lahyani over a disputed line call, Medvedev’s frustration boiled over, leading to physical damage to court property and a verbal tirade against officiating standards. Consequently, the ATP has announced a significant deduction from his tournament earnings, marking yet another controversial chapter in the player’s history with tennis authorities.

ATP Fine Breakdown: Medvedev Loses Thousands After Court Meltdown

The financial repercussions for the former US Open champion are substantial following his behaviour in Monaco. The ATP has slapped Daniil Medvedev with a total fine of $12,000 (approx. £9,600), which will be directly deducted from the prize money he earned for reaching the Round of 16. The fines were issued for two separate counts: $7,000 for “verbal abuse” directed at the officials and $5,000 for “property damage” after he violently kicked the foam advertising boards behind the baseline. This penalty comes as the ATP looks to crack down on player conduct issues that have plagued the early half of the 2026 season

Umpire Confrontation: Medvedev Tells Officials To “Open Their Eyes”

The roots of the punishment lie in a controversial moment during the second set when a ball from Khachanov appeared to land out, but was called in by the line judge. Medvedev immediately stopped play and appealed to Mohamed Lahyani, but the call stood. The Russian then descended into a prolonged rant, screaming at the umpire to “open your eyes” and questioning how such errors are possible at a Masters 1000 event.

Even during the changeover, Medvedev continued his protest, sarcastically clapping at the supervisor and claiming the officiating was “a joke.” This sustained aggression toward the staff was the primary reason for the maximum fine being applied.