Daniil Medvedev beats De Miñaur at ATP Finals 2024. Photo: gettyimages
The Russian displayed an impressive level in his victory over De Miñaur, allowing him to get back into the ATP Finals 2024.
An unpredictable being, a unique personality that takes you by surprise. Daniil Medvedev went from zero to hero in just two days and delivered a stellar performance against Álex de Miñaur. After his grotesque show against Fritz, he manages to keep his chances of qualifying for the semifinals of these 2024 ATP Finals, correcting the poor image shown in the last match. He won 6-2 6-4.
Sports, like life, have unfathomable paths, situations that are hardly explainable, and much more, especially when things depend on a person like Daniil Medvedev. After disrespecting himself, the opponent, and the fans of this sport, the Russian regained his best level and, above all, the right attitude to compete in an event like these 2024 ATP Finals. He defeated Álex de Miñaur, had very good sensations, and will continue to fight for qualification.
From the early stages of the first set, it was noticeable that Medvedev’s approach was very different. Calm, without looking outside the court, fully focused and tranquil. It is in those moments when his tennis flows freely like spring water, finding power in his shots that sometimes elude him. He played with depth, tactical intelligence, and an enormous level of accuracy at all times, leaving no hope for an Álex de Miñaur who saw no openings.
– Medvedev did not give up a single break point against him and still has a chance to make it to the 2024 ATP Finals semifinals
The Australian tried to be very aggressive in the second set, but encountered a more than solid version of his opponent, who did not hesitate in his service and was able to step up when needed. The match was leveled by the merit of a De Miñaur who could do little more to stop the inexhaustible flow of good tennis he faced. Daniil Medvedev delivered the final blow with a break in the ninth game and still holds hopes of qualifying for the 2024 ATP Finals semifinals. To achieve it, he will have to defeat Sinner in the last round or resort to calculations in case of a three-way tie.
