Medvedev collides with camera in shock loss at the Western & Southern Open semi-final
3 years, 4 months ago

Medvedev collides with camera in shock loss at the Western & Southern Open semi-final

The Hindu  

A collision with an on-court camera spelled disaster for in-form Daniil Medvedev on Saturday when he was stunned 2-6 6-3 6-3 by fellow Russian Andrey Rublev in their Western & Southern Open semi-final in Cincinnati. Rublev will play Alexander Zverev for his maiden Masters 1000 title on Sunday after the German downed Stefanos Tsitsipas 6-4 3-6 7-6 in a thrilling second semi-final at the warm-up for the U.S. Open. READ | Zverev turns tide on Tsitsipas to book Cincy final with Rublev Medvedev was top seed and favourite to take the title but was beaten for the first time by Rublev after crashing into an on-court camera and knocking it to the ground while chasing the ball at the baseline in the second set. He whipped through the first set against fellow young gun Tsitsipas and was a break up in the second before the Greek world number three battled his way back into the contest.

Medvedev Tsitsipas Rublev Zverev  rublev  open  shock  camera  western  collides  way  medvedev  semifinal  number  tsitsipas  loss  zverev  umpire  second  southern  title  world

History of this topic

Frustrated Medvedev melts down in opening loss to Fritz
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Frustrated Medvedev melts down in opening loss to Fritz

China Daily  

Russia's Daniil Medvedev smashes his racket during his 6-4, 6-3 group-stage loss to Taylor Fritz of the United States during the ATP Finals in Turin, Italy, on Sunday. REUTERS TURIN, Italy — US Open finalist Taylor Fritz frustrated Daniil Medvedev to the point that the Russian smashed his racket and was docked a point in a 6-4, 6-3 victory for …

Alex de Minaur loses to Jannik Sinner at ATP finals, Daniil Medvedev smashes racquet in Taylor Fritz loss
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Alex de Minaur loses to Jannik Sinner at ATP finals, Daniil Medvedev smashes racquet in Taylor Fritz loss

ABC  

World number one and home favourite Jannik Sinner has begun his bid to win the ATP Finals for the first time with a 6-3, 6-4 defeat of tournament debutant Alex de Minaur. Earlier in the Ilie Nastase Group American Taylor Fritz beat Russian Daniil Medvedev 6-4, 6-3. Medvedev loses his cool in Fritz defeat Daniil Medvedev destroyed a racket against …

Daniil Medvedev reveals joke that made Carlos Alcaraz laugh after China Open defeat
3 months, 1 week ago

Daniil Medvedev reveals joke that made Carlos Alcaraz laugh after China Open defeat

The Independent  

Sign up to our free sport newsletter for all the latest news on everything from cycling to boxing Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our …

Medvedev fired up for another tilt at Olympic tennis glory
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Medvedev fired up for another tilt at Olympic tennis glory

China Daily  

Daniil Medvedev of Russia hits a backhand return to Carlos Alcaraz of Spain during their Wimbledon semifinal match on July 12. In Miami in 2018, after Tsitsipas made a foul-mouthed remark about Medvedev, the Russian dismissed the Greek as a "small kid who doesn't know how to play". Germany's Zverev lashed out at Medvedev for taking a bathroom break at …

Medvedev fired up for another tilt at Olympic tennis glory
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Medvedev fired up for another tilt at Olympic tennis glory

China Daily  

Daniil Medvedev of Russia hits a backhand return to Carlos Alcaraz of Spain during their Wimbledon semifinal match on July 12. In Miami in 2018, after Tsitsipas made a foul-mouthed remark about Medvedev, the Russian dismissed the Greek as a "small kid who doesn't know how to play". Germany's Zverev lashed out at Medvedev for taking a bathroom break at …

Australian Open: Zverev blames illness for loss to Medvedev, brushes aside questions on assault investigation
11 months, 1 week ago

Australian Open: Zverev blames illness for loss to Medvedev, brushes aside questions on assault investigation

The Hindu  

Alexander Zverev said his energy began to fade midway through his five-sets Australian Open semifinal loss to Daniil Medvedev on Friday and blamed an illness following his win over Carlos Alcaraz in the last round. Zverev was two points from a win after going up 5-4 in the fourth set tiebreak before crashing to a 5-7 3-6 7-6 7-6 6-3 …

Australian Open 2024: Medvedev outlasts Zverev to book Sinner showdown in Melbourne
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Australian Open 2024: Medvedev outlasts Zverev to book Sinner showdown in Melbourne

Firstpost  

Daniil Medvedev fought back from the brink to beat Alexander Zverev 5-7 3-6 7-6 7-6 6-3 in a thrilling Australian Open semi-final on Friday and stay on course for his second Grand Slam title. I would be the happiest man on the planet but for that I have to play pretty well and win three sets on Sunday.” Russian Medvedev …

Australian Open 2024 | Medvedev battles back from two sets to defeat Zverev
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Australian Open 2024 | Medvedev battles back from two sets to defeat Zverev

The Hindu  

Daniil Medvedev battled into a third Australian Open final on January 26 with a come-from-behind five-set defeat of Alexander Zverev to set up a title match against Jannik Sinner. Medvedev stepped in slightly from his deep baseline position in the third set and it altered the dynamic, with a more aggressive net game pushing the set to a tiebreak that …

Australian Open 2024: Medvedev outlasts Zverev to book Sinner showdown in final
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Australian Open 2024: Medvedev outlasts Zverev to book Sinner showdown in final

The Hindu  

Daniil Medvedev fought back from the brink to defeat Alexander Zverev 5-7, 3-6, 7-6, 7-6, 6-3 on Friday in a thrilling semifinal and reach the Australian Open title clash with the third seed gunning for his second Grand Slam trophy. Having suffered heartbreak at Melbourne Park in back-to-back final defeats by Novak Djokovic and Rafa Nadal in 2021 and 2022, …

Medvedev more motivated than ever
11 months, 4 weeks ago

Medvedev more motivated than ever

China Daily  

Russia's Daniil Medvedev reacts during his semifinal match against Italy's Jannik Sinner during the ATP Finals on Nov 18, 2023. Medvedev hopes to break his Melbourne Park jinx after losing consecutive Australian Open finals in 2021 and 2022. Medvedev reached the final at Melbourne Park in 2021 and 2022, but fell to two of the "Big Three", first losing in …

ATP Finals 2023: Medvedev books place in semis after beating Zverev in straight sets
1 year, 1 month ago

ATP Finals 2023: Medvedev books place in semis after beating Zverev in straight sets

The Hindu  

Daniil Medvedev booked his place in the last four of the ATP Finals on Wednesday after beating Alexander Zverev 7-6, 6-4, while Carlos Alcaraz cruised past troubled Andrey Rublev to get his campaign up and running. World number three Medvedev had to win in straight sets to claim a spot in the semi-finals in Turin with a match to spare …

ATP Finals 2023: Medvedev tops Rublev in straight sets
1 year, 1 month ago

ATP Finals 2023: Medvedev tops Rublev in straight sets

The Hindu  

Daniil Medvedev swept past Andrey Rublev 6-4 6-2 at their ATP Finals clash in the Red Group on Monday. Russian friends Medvedev and Rublev were destined for another epic showdown after meeting in the Dubai Open final and U.S. Open quarter-finals, with world number three Medvedev winning both matches. RELATED: Zverev battles past Alcaraz in opener However, Rublev, ranked fifth …

Medvedev denies obscene gesture after Paris Masters loss
1 year, 2 months ago

Medvedev denies obscene gesture after Paris Masters loss

The Hindu  

Russian Daniil Medvedev denied making an obscene gesture towards the crowd after losing 6-3, 6-7 7-6 to Bulgarian Grigor Dimitrov in the Paris Masters second round on Wednesday. The former U.S. Open champion Medvedev, renowned for his on-court outbursts, was booed by the crowd during the second set for throwing his racket before receiving a code violation for delaying the …

Medvedev to face Zverev at China Open semis
1 year, 3 months ago

Medvedev to face Zverev at China Open semis

China Daily  

Russia's Daniil Medvedev in action during his quarter final match against France's Ugo Humbert in National Tennis Center, Beijing, Oct 2, 2023. BEIJING - The men's second seed Daniil Medvedev and eighth seed Alexander Zverev beat their respective opponents to advance to the semifinals of China Open here on Monday. World No 3 Medvedev of Russia disposed of Frenchman Ugo …

Daniil Medvedev ends Carlos Alcaraz's title defence at US Open, sets up rematch with Novak Djokovic in final
1 year, 4 months ago

Daniil Medvedev ends Carlos Alcaraz's title defence at US Open, sets up rematch with Novak Djokovic in final

India TV News  

World No.3 Daniil Medvedev ended top-seeded Carlos Alcaraz's title defence at the US Open as he defeated the Spaniard in four sets in the semifinal at Arthur Ashe Stadium on Friday. With this Medvedev sets a US Open final rematch with Novak Djokovic, who cruised past America's Ben Shelton in the other semifinal clash. Alcaraz looked on course of becoming …

US Open 2023, Day 10 Wrap: Carlos Alcaraz takes down Alexander Zverev; Daniil Medvedev, Aryna Sabalenka in semis
1 year, 4 months ago

US Open 2023, Day 10 Wrap: Carlos Alcaraz takes down Alexander Zverev; Daniil Medvedev, Aryna Sabalenka in semis

India Today  

In an electrifying showdown at the US Open 2023, world number one Carlos Alcaraz showcased his dominance by overpowering Alexander Zverev with a commanding 6-3, 6-2, 6-4 victory on Wednesday. Daniil Medvedev, the 2021 champion, endured scorching conditions as he battled past fellow Russian Andrey Rublev with a 6-4, 6-3, 6-4 victory. Keys, who last participated in an all-American final …

Ten out of ten: Daniil Medvedev rates himself in US Open 2023
1 year, 4 months ago

Ten out of ten: Daniil Medvedev rates himself in US Open 2023

India Today  

Russian star Daniil Medvedev has rated his tennis as 10 out of 10 after defeating his countryman Andrey Rublev on Wednesday, 6 September. In a gruelling battle at the US Open, third seed Daniil Medvedev emerged victorious against Andrey Rublev, securing his place in the semi-finals for the fourth time in five years. The match, which took place in difficult …

US Open 2023: Daniil Medvedev overcomes 'brutal' New York heat, Andrey Rublev to storm into semi-finals
1 year, 4 months ago

US Open 2023: Daniil Medvedev overcomes 'brutal' New York heat, Andrey Rublev to storm into semi-finals

India Today  

Daniil Medvedev hardly had any energy left in his tank to celebrate his victory over Andrey Rublev after his compatriot hit a forehand into the net in the men's singles quarter-finals at the US Open. Both players were exhausted at the end of a 2-hour-and-47-minute encounter at the Arthur Ashe Stadium and Medvedev described the hot and humid conditions in …

US Open 2023: We're like family, says Andrey Rublev ahead of quarter-final vs Daniil Medvedev
1 year, 4 months ago

US Open 2023: We're like family, says Andrey Rublev ahead of quarter-final vs Daniil Medvedev

India Today  

World number eight Andrey Rublev has said that him and world number three Daniil Medvedev are like family ahead of their quarter-final clash in the 2023 US Open. Speaking ahead of their match, Rublev said the relationship that he has with Medeved is like family because he is the godfather of his daughter, adding that they’ve known each other since …

U.S. Open 2023: Medvedev works graveyard shift to reach last 16
1 year, 4 months ago

U.S. Open 2023: Medvedev works graveyard shift to reach last 16

The Hindu  

Third seed Daniil Medvedev worked the U.S. Open graveyard shift again on Saturday beating in-form Sebastian Baez 6-2, 6-2, 7-6 to end the Argentine’s 12-match winning streak and ease into the fourth round of the season’s final Grand Slam. It was the second straight match that Medvedev started a contest one day and finished the next, having gone four sets …

Watch: Medvedev launches angry 'shut up, stupid' tirade at spectator during US Open tie, fan responds with epic act
1 year, 4 months ago

Watch: Medvedev launches angry 'shut up, stupid' tirade at spectator during US Open tie, fan responds with epic act

Hindustan Times  

Daniil Medvedev has a love-hate relationship with the US Open crowd. In the early hours of Friday, in what was the final singles clash of the day's schedule, Medvedev was seen launching an angry tirade at a spectator during his second-round match against Australia's Christopher O'Connell on the Louis Armstrong Stadium. Daniil Medvedev launched an angry tirade at a spectator …

Zverev takes down Medvedev to reach Cincinnati quarterfinals - Western & Southern Open results
1 year, 4 months ago

Zverev takes down Medvedev to reach Cincinnati quarterfinals - Western & Southern Open results

The Hindu  

Alexander Zverev upset third seed Daniil Medvedev 6-4 5-7 6-4 on Thursday in a windy clash between former champions to secure his spot in the Cincinnati Open quarter-finals. Zverev, who came into the match with a 6-9 record versus Medvedev and having lost all three of their meetings this year, broke the Russian three times and saved six of eight …

Kosovo tennis official accuses Novak Djokovic of repeatedly stirring tensions as Daniil Medvedev exits Roland Garros
1 year, 7 months ago

Kosovo tennis official accuses Novak Djokovic of repeatedly stirring tensions as Daniil Medvedev exits Roland Garros

ABC  

Kosovo's tennis federation has accused Serbia's Novak Djokovic of aggravating an already tense situation after the world number three wrote that Kosovo was "the heart of Serbia" on a camera lens following his first-round win at the French Open. Key points: Novak Djokovic defended his statement about Kosovo at the French Open, describing the situation as a "precedent" He has …

Monte Carlo Masters: Medvedev gets past Zverev; Sinner advances to last eight
1 year, 8 months ago

Monte Carlo Masters: Medvedev gets past Zverev; Sinner advances to last eight

The Hindu  

Third-seed Daniil Medvedev saved two match points in the deciding-set tiebreaker to rally past Alexander Zverev 3-6, 7-5, 7-6. “I think he served incredible in the first one-and-a-half sets, and when I broke him the first time the momentum changed a little bit.” German qualifier Jan-Lennard Struff took another step in his comeback from an injury as he upset fourth-seeded …

Adelaide International: Injury scare as Novak Djokovic beats Daniil Medvedev to reach final; qualifier stuns Ons Jabeur
2 years ago

Adelaide International: Injury scare as Novak Djokovic beats Daniil Medvedev to reach final; qualifier stuns Ons Jabeur

Firstpost  

Adelaide: An intense Novak Djokovic brushed aside Daniil Medvedev on Saturday to set up an Adelaide International final against Sebastian Korda and played down injury concerns after appearing to tweak his hamstring. In the women’s draw, unheralded Czech teenager Linda Noskova stunned world number two Ons Jabeur 6-3, 1-6, 6-3, with the qualifier into her first-ever final against second seed …

Adelaide International: Medvedev beats Khachanov to set up potential Djokovic semifinal clash
2 years ago

Adelaide International: Medvedev beats Khachanov to set up potential Djokovic semifinal clash

The Hindu  

Daniil Medvedev is into the semifinals of the Adelaide International and a possible matchup with top-seeded Novak Djokovic. The runner-up last year to Rafael Nadal in the Australian Open, Medvedev defeated fellow Russian Karen Khachanov 6-3, 6-3 on Friday. “I’m happy that I managed to really raise my level, especially in the end of both sets, and really happy to …

Adelaide International: Daniil Medvedev Beats Compatriot, Advances to Semi-final
2 years ago

Adelaide International: Daniil Medvedev Beats Compatriot, Advances to Semi-final

News 18  

Daniil Medvedev is into the semifinals of the Adelaide International and a possible matchup with top-seeded Novak Djokovic. The runner-up last year to Rafael Nadal in the Australian Open, Medvedev defeated fellow Russian Karen Khachanov 6-3, 6-3 on Friday. “I’m happy that I managed to really raise my level, especially in the end of both sets, and really happy to …

Adelaide International 1: Daniil Medvedev downs Karen Khachanov in straight sets to reach semi-finals
2 years ago

Adelaide International 1: Daniil Medvedev downs Karen Khachanov in straight sets to reach semi-finals

India Today  

Russian tennis star Daniil Medvedev has advanced to the semi-final stage of the Adelaide International 1 tournament after beating World number 20 Karen Khachanov in straight sets. When asked about his semi-final opponents, Medvedev joked that one of them has a lot of titles and quite likes to play in Australia, hinting at Novak Djokovic. Denis is such a strong …

Adelaide International 1: Novak Djokovic decimates Shapovalov to set-up blockbuster semi-final vs Medvedev
2 years ago

Adelaide International 1: Novak Djokovic decimates Shapovalov to set-up blockbuster semi-final vs Medvedev

India Today  

Top seed Novak Djokovic brushed past a challenge from 7th seed Denis Shapovalov in the quarter-final of Adelaide International 1, an ATP 250 tournament in the lead-up to the Australian Open. The Serb was good with his first serves as he fended off a fine challenge from Shapovalov, who went toe-to-toe with the 21-time Grand Slam champion, bringing joy to …

Medvedev eases into Vienna final
2 years, 2 months ago

Medvedev eases into Vienna final

The Hindu  

Daniil Medvedev made short work of his last-four match against Grigor Dimitrov on Saturday to reach the final of the ATP tournament in Vienna. The Russian’s only tournament success this year came in an ATP 250 event in Mexico in August, which ended a run of five straight final defeats. “There were a few moments in the match where I …

US Open: Not going to cry in room but I'm disappointed: World No.1 Daniil Medvedev rues defeat to Nick Kyrgios
2 years, 4 months ago

US Open: Not going to cry in room but I'm disappointed: World No.1 Daniil Medvedev rues defeat to Nick Kyrgios

India Today  

The defeat at the hands of Australia's Nick Kyrgios would taste extra bitter for Russian Daniil Medvedev as he not only crashed out of the US Open, but is going to lose his world number one position. Medvedev went down 6-7, 6-3, 3-6, 2-6 against Kyrgios and is set to lose a bulk of 2,000 ranking points, which he claimed …

Medvedev vs. Kyrgios in blockbuster U.S. Open round of 16
2 years, 4 months ago

Medvedev vs. Kyrgios in blockbuster U.S. Open round of 16

The Hindu  

Defending champion Daniil Medvedev cruised into the fourth round of the U.S. Open with a straightforward 6-4 6-2 6-2 victory over Chinese qualifier Wu Yibing on Friday to set up a blockbuster clash with Australia’s Nick Kyrgios. Going to try to recover well and be 100% for the next one.” Medvedev’s win in front of an emotional Arthur Ashe Stadium …

Medvedev grinds down Shapovalov in Cincinnati
2 years, 4 months ago

Medvedev grinds down Shapovalov in Cincinnati

Hindustan Times  

World number one Daniil Medvedev wore down Denis Shapovalov 7-5 7-5 to reach the quarter-finals of the Cincinnati Open on Thursday ahead of his U.S. Open title defence. Daniil Medvedev, of Russia, reacts following his win The Russian top seed was joined in the last eight by Stefanos Tsitsipas, Felix Auger-Aliassime and Borna Coric but his compatriot Andrey Rublev, the …

Daniil Medvedev Pushing for Return to Top of World Rankings
2 years, 7 months ago

Daniil Medvedev Pushing for Return to Top of World Rankings

News 18  

Daniil Medvedev, determined not to be remembered for his short-lived stay at world number one, said that he is targeting a return to the top with a stellar showing at the French Open. Medvedev, ranked second, claimed top spot in late February but was overtaken by Novak Djokovic just two weeks later. 1 players in the world, and the first …

New No. 1 Medvedev: Watching Russia-Ukraine news ‘not easy’
2 years, 10 months ago

New No. 1 Medvedev: Watching Russia-Ukraine news ‘not easy’

Associated Press  

ACAPULCO, Mexico — As much as Daniil Medvedev cared about taking over the No. “Watching the news from home, waking up here in Mexico, was not easy,” Medvedev said after beating Yoshihito Nishioka 6-2, 6-3. It’s just not easy to hear all this news.. I’m all for peace.” Medvedev noted that the pair that won the doubles title at the …

Daniil Medvedev, new World No. 1, calls for peace after Russia invades Ukraine: People need to stay together
2 years, 10 months ago

Daniil Medvedev, new World No. 1, calls for peace after Russia invades Ukraine: People need to stay together

India Today  

Daniil Medvedev was confirmed as the new World No. Russian Daniil Medvedev said he wanted to promote peace around the world after a "roller-coaster day" when he was confirmed as the world's top tennis player and his country invaded Ukraine. "By being a tennis player I want to promote peace all over the world," Medvedev said after his quarter-final win …

Watching Russia-Ukraine news not easy, says World No 1 Daniil Medvedev
2 years, 10 months ago

Watching Russia-Ukraine news not easy, says World No 1 Daniil Medvedev

India TV News  

As much as Daniil Medvedev cared about taking over the No. “Watching the news from home, waking up here in Mexico, was not easy,” Medvedev said after beating Yoshihito Nishioka 6-2, 6-3. I'm all for peace.” Medvedev noted that the pair that won the doubles title at the Marseille Open last week included one Russian and one Ukrainian, saying: “This …

Djokovic to be replaced at No 1 by Medvedev after Dubai loss
2 years, 10 months ago

Djokovic to be replaced at No 1 by Medvedev after Dubai loss

Associated Press  

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — Novak Djokovic will fall from No. 1 in the ATP rankings and be replaced by Daniil Medvedev after losing 6-4, 7-6 to Czech qualifier Jiri Vesely in the quarterfinals of the Dubai Championships on Thursday. Djokovic’s latest stay atop the rankings began on Feb. 3, 2020, and his total of 361 weeks there are the …

Novak Djokovic to surrender world No 1 ranking after shock Dubai defeat
2 years, 10 months ago

Novak Djokovic to surrender world No 1 ranking after shock Dubai defeat

The Telegraph  

Daniil Medvedev will become the first man other than Novak Djokovic, Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal and Andy Murray to hold the world No 1 spot since 2004, after Djokovic ceded his crown with a loss in Dubai. Russia's Medvedev, who is playing at the Mexican Open this week, needed to win the tournament outright or progress further than Djokovic did …

No More Tennis! Daniil Medvedev Shares Pictures of Karting Session with F1 Stars
2 years, 11 months ago

No More Tennis! Daniil Medvedev Shares Pictures of Karting Session with F1 Stars

News 18  

Russian Tennis star Daniil Medvedev seems to have found his humorous side again following his five-set defeat against Rafael Nadal at the Australian Open 2022 final. The Russian implied the same in his press conference following his defeat that he was disappointed with the crowd at Melbourne Park and even hinted at missing the next two Grand Slams this year. …

Daniil Medvedev says 'idiots' ruined Australian Open final and he may now skip Wimbledon
2 years, 11 months ago

Daniil Medvedev says 'idiots' ruined Australian Open final and he may now skip Wimbledon

The Telegraph  

It had come from the racket of Medvedev, who duly celebrated his two-set lead with both arms above his head and a prolonged gesture – some might say taunt – to all corners of the Rod Laver Arena. Medvedev was three games away from his second Grand Slam when he suddenly began complaining to umpire John Blom about the ball …

Australian Open Lookahead: Medvedev back in 3rd-round action
2 years, 11 months ago

Australian Open Lookahead: Medvedev back in 3rd-round action

Associated Press  

MELBOURNE, Australia — LOOKAHEAD TO SATURDAY Daniil Medvedev will take on No. 1 at Melbourne Park since defending champion Novak Djokovic was deported on the eve of the Australian Open for not meeting the country’s strict COVID-19 vaccination requirements. 21 Jessica Pegula beat Nuria Parrizas Diaz 7-6, 6-2; Madison Keys beat Wang Qiang 4-6, 6-3, 7-6. 19 Pablo Carreno Busta …

Australian Open 2022: Medvedev slams 'low IQ' Melbourne crowd after getting booed in 2nd round meeting with Kyrgios
2 years, 11 months ago

Australian Open 2022: Medvedev slams 'low IQ' Melbourne crowd after getting booed in 2nd round meeting with Kyrgios

Firstpost  

The Russian world number two took all that the mercurial Australian and the Melbourne spectators could throw at him to march into the third round. Melbourne: Daniil Medvedev took aim at sections of the raucous Australian Open crowd following his entertaining victory over home hero Nick Kyrgios on Thursday, saying: “They probably have a low IQ.” The Russian world number …

Medvedev marches into second round of Australian Open
2 years, 11 months ago

Medvedev marches into second round of Australian Open

The Hindu  

Daniil Medvedev launched his bid for a maiden Australian Open title on Tuesday with a 6-1, 6-4, 7-6 romp over Swiss battler Henri Laaksonen. US Open champion Medvedev, favourite to win at Melbourne Park in the wake of Novak Djokovic’s deportation, was in cruise control for two sets against World No. Finland-born Laaksonen produced scintillating tennis to keep in touch …

ATP Cup 2022: Daniil Medvedev topples Matteo Berrettini, steers Russia into semi-finals
3 years ago

ATP Cup 2022: Daniil Medvedev topples Matteo Berrettini, steers Russia into semi-finals

Firstpost  

Gritty big-serving Italian battled back to win a second set tie-break before the Russian got a crucial break in game three of the third set to carve out a 6-2, 6-7, 6-4 win. Sydney: World number two Daniil Medvedev battled past seventh-ranked Matteo Berrettini and returned to court to win the deciding doubles to keep defending champions Russia on track …

Zverev dethrones Medvedev to win second ATP Finals title
3 years, 1 month ago

Zverev dethrones Medvedev to win second ATP Finals title

Deccan Chronicle  

Turin, Italy: Alexander Zverev captured his second ATP Finals title after producing a brilliant performance to defeat world number two Daniil Medvedev 6-4, 6-4 in Sunday's final in Turin. "It was great, I won the ATP Finals against someone I'd lost to five times in a row so I had to play one of my best matches," said Zverev. Zverev …

Zverev beats Medvedev to win ATP Finals
3 years, 1 month ago

Zverev beats Medvedev to win ATP Finals

The Hindu  

Germany's Alexander Zverev capped a memorable year by sweeping aside Russian world number two and defending champion Daniil Medvedev 6-4, 6-4 to win the ATP Finals on Sunday, claiming the title for the second time in his career. Zverev, who also beat world number one Novak Djokovic on Saturday, became only the fourth player to beat the top two players …

Djokovic downs Medvedev to claim record sixth Paris Masters title
3 years, 2 months ago

Djokovic downs Medvedev to claim record sixth Paris Masters title

The Hindu  

Novak Djokovic won a record-extending sixth Paris Masters title by avenging his U.S Open final defeat against Russian Daniil Medvedev with a 4-6, 6-3, 6-3 victory in Sunday's showpiece match. Medvedev was overwhelmed in the third set and bowed out of the contest on the first match point when Djokovic unleashed a superb forehand winner down the line. Two months …

Paris Masters: Taylor Fritz sets up Novak Djokovic clash, Medvedev and Zverev made to dig deep
3 years, 2 months ago

Paris Masters: Taylor Fritz sets up Novak Djokovic clash, Medvedev and Zverev made to dig deep

Firstpost  

Medvedev came from a set down to beat Korda 4-6, 6-1, 6-3 while Zverev required 2hrs 46 minutes to overcome Grigor Dimitrov 7-6, 6-7, 6-3. The 24-year-old American’s reward for ousting the 14th seeded Briton is a meeting with world number one Novak Djokovic, who beat Fritz in five sets at this year’s Australian Open. Medvedev came from a set …

Medvedev denies Djokovic Grand Slam year by winning US Open
3 years, 3 months ago

Medvedev denies Djokovic Grand Slam year by winning US Open

Live Mint  

By Amy Tennery NEW YORK - Competing just a stone's throw from the bright lights of Broadway, Daniil Medvedev delivered the performance of a lifetime to win the U.S. Open on Sunday and deny Novak Djokovic a rare calendar year Grand Slam. The Russian won the year's final major 6-4 6-4 6-4, though the straight-sets victory was anything but routine …

Discover Related