While the public expected Daniil Medvedev to have a smooth match against Arthur Rinderknech, the Russian tennis player really struggled and ended up losing. His form has been inspiring optimism and positive emotions among fans lately, but Rinderknech has shown that he is a serious opponent that no one will have an easy task against in the future.
Medvedev, as tennis fans know, was the world number 1, but he has been going through certain crises in his game for two years. His performance in Shanghai impressed fans and showed his good form.
In an interview with the Russian Tennis Bolshoi, the 29-year-old answered a reporter's question whether this performance inspires positive emotions in him, i.e. hope that he is returning to form.
However, Medvedev is not optimistic that he is still at his peak; he is aware that there is room for improvement, but at the same time he admits that there are many positive elements in his game compared to some previous performances and he wants to use this moment.
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Daniil Medvedev had words of praise for his opponent
In his interview with the media, he also praised his opponent, emphasizing his opponents hitting ability.
Medvedev tried to take risks in this match, but he was not able to be as dominant as in the previous rounds.
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His opponent showed great potential, and well see how dominant he can be in the final.
