Medvedev Suffers Stunning 6-0 6-0 Defeat in Just 49 Minutes

Daniil Medvedev endured a shocking 6-0 6-0 loss to Matteo Berrettini at the Monte-Carlo Masters, a match that lasted a mere 49 minutes. Medvedev managed to secure only 17 points, while Berrettini, a former Wimbledon finalist, became the first ATP player in a decade to achieve a 'double bagel' against a top-10 opponent. Berrettini, who entered the tournament as a wild card, displayed ruthless efficiency, denying Medvedev a single game point on his serve throughout the match. This loss marks the first time Medvedev has been defeated in a tour-level match without winning a game, adding to his total of 10 sets lost 6-0 in his career. As Medvedev fell behind 6-0 2-0, his frustration boiled over, leading him to smash his racket on the court before calmly disposing of it. He concluded the match with 28 unforced errors. Jamie Murray, a two-time Grand Slam doubles champion, expressed his astonishment at the outcome, stating, 'It's shocking and shouldn't have happened, but it did.' Murray speculated that Medvedev would likely feel embarrassed by his performance and eager to leave the site. Medvedev had recently reached the final in Indian Wells, and his struggles on clay were well-documented, despite his victory in Rome. Berrettini, on the other hand, described his performance as 'one of the best of my life,' attributing his success to a well-executed game plan and the effectiveness of his shots. He admitted to being surprised by the one-sided scoreline but emphasized the importance of maintaining focus throughout the match. This achievement marks only the fifth instance in the Open Era where an ATP player has secured a 6-0 6-0 victory against a top-10 opponent, with the last occurrence being David Goffin's win over Tomas Berdych at the Rome Masters in 2016.