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ATPDaniil Medvedev
Deep-court counterpunching with an unorthodox, flat game
- 2021 US Open champion, denying Djokovic the calendar Grand Slam
- Former ATP world No. 1
Medvedev stands far behind the baseline and absorbs pace like few others, then redirects it with flat, awkward angles. His tactical mind and unusual technique have made him a nightmare matchup on hard courts.
| Tour | ATP |
|---|---|
| Country | Russia |
| Born | 1996 |
| Plays | Right-handed, two-handed backhand |
| Style | Deep-court counterpunching with an unorthodox, flat game |
Career highlights
- 2021 US Open champion, denying Djokovic the calendar Grand Slam
- Former ATP world No. 1
- 2020 ATP Finals champion
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