“I don’t really like to talk about my personal life,” Daniil Medvedev sets clear boundaries during a recent interview as he discusses his composure on screen

Medvedev also threw light on his calmer side of character off the court.

“I don’t really like to talk about my personal life,” Daniil Medvedev sets clear boundaries during a recent interview as he discusses his composure on screen

Daniil Medvedev adores his privacy (Via Imago/X)


Daniil Medvedev, the Russian tennis pro, is a seasoned player known for his consistency on tour. He competes fiercely against other top players and is also recognized for his genuine and natural demeanor during interviews.

In a recent interview with the Russian newsletter Sports Express.ru, Medvedev discussed the media boundaries he has established for himself. He follows a specific framework for questions, answering only those that adhere to it. If a question does not meet his criteria, Medvedev will not hesitate to avoid answering it.

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For me, this is (personal life) generally very important. I built it myself and tried to keep mine, so to speak, privacy limits. What I want and don't want to talk about. And, accordingly, as soon as I built these limits, it became easy for me, because for myself I know exactly what I can talk about. And within the framework of this, I speak honestly, frankly, easily.
said Daniil Medvedev in the interview

Furthermore, he also revealed that he doesn’t like to talk about his personal life and answer questions honestly. Medvedev is clear about his preferences and would rather dodge the question than lie about it, speaking volumes about his principles. While the reporters like his frankness, the critics usually find it overwhelming, as they often bash the Russian for his words. 

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I don't really like to talk about my personal life. If it's normal for me to answer something, I'll answer it. If not, I'll just skip the question. It's easier for me to do this than to lie about something every time. Because it's very easy to lie if you say different things every two days. So I try to either be frank or say nothing. Whether my frankness is liked or not is a matter for those who listen. I can't do anything about it, and there's no point in thinking about it. 
concluded Medvedev

Due to his achievements and ‘antics’, Medvedev becomes an easy fish for the media to latch onto. Hence, it comes across as no surprise when the Russian No. 1 looks after privacy dearly, giving only the bare minimum peaks into his life on rare occasions.

Daniil Medvedev feels he is a calmer person off-tour, unlike his fiery character on-tour

Russian pro-Daniil Medvedev is known to be a hot-head on the court. Frequently arguing with the umpires and the fans on the court, his ‘bad-boy’ fame is well-renowned. However, the Russian supposedly is a different person once he steps off the court, which he himself gave a nod to in the same interview.

Daniil Medvedev
Daniil Medvedev (Via Imago)

With a whole different atmosphere on the court, Medvedev is driven to focus more on the game, leading to an outburst of emotions. However, off the court, he revealed to not care about competition and focused on his family. 

I'm two completely different people on the court and in life. Because I don't have a competitive aspect in life, I don't compete with anyone, and I have no desire to do so. Due to this, I live calmer than I behave on the court. Many people can be jealous and say something behind your back. I try never to do this because I focus on myself, on how I can live better for myself and my family,
said Medvedev

Moreover, Medvedev has already decided to try to live a calmer life on the court. At the start of 2024, the Russian had set a goal for himself, to not focus on the external noise, and more on his game. Sticking to his word, the Russian has not stirred any news so far in the season, and he would hope to continue the same in the future. 

On the business side of things, the Russian ace is back on the court and will be starting his clay season today. Participating in the Monte-Carlo Masters, he will be against France’s in-form veteran Gael Monfils in the round of 32.

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