Australian underdog stuns former world number one at French Open
Australian tennis player Adam Walton achieved a remarkable upset by defeating former world number one Daniil Medvedev at the French Open. The match, which ended in a five-set thriller, showcased Walton's resilience and ability to adapt to the hot conditions. Walton will advance to face American Zachary Svajda in the next round.
- ▪Adam Walton knocked out Daniil Medvedev in a five-set match at the French Open.
- ▪Walton is currently ranked 97th in the world and received a wild card invitation to compete.
- ▪The match ended with scores of 6-2, 1-6, 6-1, 1-6, 6-4 in favor of Walton.
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Australian Adam Walton stuns former world number one Daniil Medvedev at French OpenTopic:TennisWed 27 May 2026 at 7:19amWed 27 May 2026 at 7:19amWed 27 May 2026 at 7:19amAdam Walton celebrates with the crowd after downing Daniil Medvedev at the French Open. (Getty Images: Dan Istitene)In short:Australia's Adam Walton knocked out former world number one Daniil Medvedev from the French Open in a five-setter.Walton is ranked number 97 in the world and is competing at the French Open after receiving a wild card invitation.What's next?Walton will face American Zachary Svajda in the next round.abc.net.au/news/french-open-tennis-adam-walton-downs-daniil-medvedev/106725526Link copiedShareShare articleAustralia's Adam Walton has played the match of his career to send former world number one Daniil…
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