Daniil Medvedev wary of top seeds Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner as he prepares to win his first title this season
Daniil Medvedev is wary of the threats Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner pose in his bid to win his first title of the season at the China Open.
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Daniil Medvedev, (in circle) Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz (via ATP/Tennis Gazette)
Daniil Medvedev has touched down in Beijing for the China Open, yearning for his first title of the season. However, he is aware of the difficulty of the task that lies ahead of him because the likes of Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner may deny him that dream.
Medvedev finished as the runner-up twice this season. The Russian, despite leading in two sets, was beaten by Sinner in the Australian Open final. He played exceptionally at the Indian Wells Masters to reach the final, where Alcaraz denied him the title by defeating him in straight sets.
At Wimbledon, Medvedev beat Sinner in the quarterfinals and hoped to win his second Grand Slam. However, he exited in the semifinals after losing to eventual champion Alcaraz. The last time Medvedev lifted an ATP title was at the 2023 Italian Open.
In China, Medvedev is projected to meet Alcaraz in the semifinals and Sinner in the final. Despite his recent losses against the duo, the 28-year-old is optimistic that if he sticks to his game plan, he can beat Sinner and Alcaraz to claim the Beijing title.
There is a very strong field in Beijing, like last year, it was the same. So, if I want to win the tournament, I have to give my best from the first match to the last. Regarding the draw… Yes, when Sinner and Alcaraz play, you know you’re not in the top two seeds, you know it’s going to be tough. In the semi-finals, you’re going to have to play against one of them, if they can do it. But yes, I’m going to take it step by step. I’m trying to improve my level step by step, and I hope I can show some good tennis.Daniil Medvedev said at a China Open press conference
On Thursday (September 26), Sinner came from behind to beat Chilean Nicolas Jarry 4-6, 6-3, 6-1 in the first round of the China Open. It was the Italian’s 12th consecutive win on the ATP Tour. The last time he lost a match was at the Canadian Open in August.
Daniil Medvedev looks forward to an interesting match against Gael Monfils in the first round of the China Open
Daniil Medvedev is looking forward to making a strong start in his China Open campaign when he will face French legend Gael Monfils. The 38-year-old recently rolled back the years against Carlos Alcaraz at the Cincinnati Open, beating the Spaniard in the second round.
Medvedev has a good history with the Frenchman, with both players locked 2-2 in the head-to-head. The last time they met was in April at the Monte Carlo Masters, where Medvedev earned a comprehensive win against him. Medvedev is expecting an interesting tie when he faces the World No. 46.
I think it will be different. I'm different. He's different. It's normal, every year, everything changes. [It’s] actually interesting to see how it goes. It's always interesting to play [against Monfils]. Some great points, some great rallies, [I'm] looking forward to it.Daniil Medvedev said (via ATP)
Additionally, Medvedev is eyeing qualification for the ATP Finals in November. The Russian is currently No. 4 in the Race to Turin and with a good campaign in the Asian swing, he will be in a strong position to book his spot.
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