As the tennis world gears up for the 2025 Australian Open, Daniil Medvedev, the former world No.1 and three-time finalist in Melbourne, has been making headlines for a different reason this year. Just days before the tournament, Medvedev announced the birth of his second child, revealing a heartwarming reason for his delayed arrival in Melbourne.
In this video he explains why he doesn;t want to play any tournament before the Australian Open.
In a social media post, Medvedev shared a photo of himself holding his newborn baby, with his two-year-old daughter Alisa by his side. “Happy 2025,” he wrote, expressing his joy and gratitude. This new addition to the Medvedev family has understandably shifted his focus, allowing him to spend precious time with his loved ones before diving into the intense competition ahead.
Medvedev’s decision to prioritize family time has been well-received by fans and fellow players alike. The tennis community has sent their best wishes, acknowledging the importance of balancing personal and professional life. Despite his absence from the lead-up tournaments, Medvedev remains a formidable contender, seeded fifth in the upcoming Australian Open.
As he prepares for the tournament, Medvedev’s fans are eager to see how this new personal chapter will influence his performance on the court. With the support of his family and the tennis community, Medvedev is undoubtedly motivated to deliver his best and perhaps finally clinch the Australian Open title.
In a sport where the pressure is relentless, Medvedev’s story serves as a reminder that family and personal well-being are just as crucial as professional success. As he steps onto the court in Melbourne, Medvedev carries not only his racket but also the love and support of his family, ready to face the challenges ahead with renewed vigor and determination.
Daniil Medvedev in 2025
Currently ranked no.5, the Russian played his last match on the 14th of November 2024 when he lost to world no.1 Jannik Sinner 6-3 6-4 in the round robin in the Nitto ATP Finals (draw).
At the moment, during this season Medvedev has managed to achieve an overall 46-21 win-loss record.
Andrey Rublev in 2025
Ranked no.9, Andrey played his last match on the 2nd of January when he capitulated to world no.57 Fabian Marozsan 7-5 3-6 6-3 in the 2nd round in Hong Kong (draw).
Presently, during this year Rublev has achieved a compiled 0-1 match record.
Daniil Medvedev and Andrey Rublev faced off 10 times. Their head to head is 8-2 for Medvedev.
