WATCH: Grigor Dimitrov’s showmanship skills stun Daniil Medvedev as the Bulgarian makes a stunning dive to steal a point at the Paris Masters
Fans left in disbelief as Grigor played an unbelievable shot to save a point against Daniil Medvedev at the Paris Masters 2023.
Daniil Medvedev and Grigor Dimitrov (via Reuters and Australian Open)
In the world of tennis, fans have witnessed all kinds of shots from players. In the recent Paris Masters game between Grigor Dimitrov and Daniil Medvedev, the tennis world was left in disbelief as Grigor played an unbelievable shot to save a point.
The Bulgarian was leading in the first set, 5-3. After a mighty serve, Medvedev returned the ball smoothly, and Dimitrov hit it to the far end of the Russian’s forehand. However, Daniil managed to return it and hit it swiftly to the left of the Bulgarian, who dived and managed to strike the ball well enough to save the point.
Is there anything Dimitrov can’t do?
Captioned Tennis TV who posted the video on the internet.
As expected, fans were elated by the unique shot and cheered on the Bulgarian after the point. Medvedev, who is arguably one of the best players on the tour, was left flabbergasted after Dimitrov made a jaw-dropping dive to win another point in the set.
With that being said, it seemed like time slowed for the player’s sake as the crowd erupted with applause to credit the amazing shot.
Grigor Dimitrov leaves Daniil questioning after a brilliant drop shot
In a nail-biting match between Daniil Medvedev and Grigor Dimitrov, many remarkable shots were played by both tennis professionals. However, fans loved the Bulgarian and his amazing shots a bit more. Before the dive, Dimitrov made another impressive shot to trick the Russian.
During the 4th game of the first set, Grigor played an amazing drop shot, leaving the Russian questioning. Daniil had returned the shot very well, but Dimitrov was one step ahead, landing a perfectly placed drop shot to win the point.
The Round of 32 match between Grigor Dimitrov and Daniil Medvedev was the highlight of the day, as the Bulgarian staged a huge win against Daniil. With a score of 6-3, 6(4)-7, 7-6(2), Grigor played phenomenally well throughout the game and did not give an inch for Medvedev to capitalize.
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