Medvedev’s comeback and title in Vienna against Shapovalov

Daniel Medvedev26 years old and world number 4, coming from behind in the final against the Canadian Denis Shapovalov (4-6, 6-3, 6-2 in 2h.16′) and rose to the indoor ATP on the hard court of Vienna (Austria) his second title of the season and 15th overall.

With this victory, the Russian gained momentum to face with renewed vigor the final two individual tournaments of the season, the Masters 1,000 of Paris-Bercy next week and Nitto ATP Finals Turin (November 13-20). In both appointments he was a finalist last year and, therefore, defends a total of 1,600 points.

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Medvedev’s performance in Vienna raised questions after his unexpected retirement in the semifinals of Astana in the view of Novak Djokovic due to leg discomfort. However, he held on to win the final with authority, without dropping serve, to Nikoloz Basilashvili (6-2, 6-2), Dominic Thiem (6-3, 6-3), Jannik Sinner (6-4, 6-2) and Grigor Dimitrov (6-4, 6-2).

Shapovalov, 23 years old and ranked 19th, broke the Russian’s serve for the first time this week and took the first set (4-6). The Canadian is a very dangerous tennis player when he is inspired by his direct shots, but a certain lack of continuity is also consistent in his career, a situation that explains why he has only one title on his record , Stockholm’2019.

On the contrary, Medvedev is a persistent player who still combines the diesel engine with the turbo to entangle his rivals. The Russian did not feel the blow of the first set and gradually took the finals to sign a meritorious comeback (6-3, 6-2), which materialized in the seventh match point against a seasoned Shapovalov until the end.

“I dedicate this title to my wife because she has given me the most beautiful gift, my daughter,” said Daniil at the award ceremony, alluding to his recently released fatherhood. First tournament as a father, another title for Medvedev.