In the world of professional tennis, certain players stand out for their exceptional skills in various aspects of the game. World No. 2 Daniil Medvedev, known for his formidable presence on the court, recently shared his insights into the players he considers the toughest in specific areas: serve, forehand, backhand, and mental toughness.
When asked about the most daunting serve he has encountered, Medvedev swiftly pointed to Ivo Karlovic. Known for his towering height and thunderous serves, Karlovic holds the record for the most aces in tennis history. Medvedev reminisced about a match on grass against Karlovic, where returning the Croatian’s serves proved to be a formidable challenge.
For the most lethal forehand, Medvedev immediately singled out the Swiss maestro Roger Federer. Despite not facing Federer at his peak, Medvedev vividly recalled the sheer potency of Federer’s forehand, which left opponents scrambling to react. Just a touch on the ball from Federer’s racket often spelled trouble for his opponents.
Transitioning to the backhand, Medvedev highlighted the rising star Carlos Alcaraz. Known for his precocious talent and aggressive style of play, Alcaraz has caught the attention of the tennis world with his powerful and consistent backhand strokes. Medvedev, who prides himself on his own backhand prowess, acknowledged Alcaraz’s ability to match up against him in backhand exchanges.
Finally, when it comes to mental toughness, Medvedev reserved his highest praise for the indomitable Rafael Nadal. Renowned for his relentless intensity and unwavering focus on the court, Nadal has forged a reputation as one of the toughest competitors in tennis history. Medvedev emphasized the draining nature of facing Nadal, attributing it to the Spaniard’s unmatched aura and resilience during matches.
Daniil Medvedev in 2024
Currently ranked no.4, Medvedev played his last match on the 14th of March when he beat world no.7 Holger Rune 7-5 6-4 in the quarter in Indian Wells (draw).
At present, during this year Daniil has achieved a 13-2 match record. Daniil Medvedev’s most significant result of the current season was reaching the final at the Australian Open.
Medvedev has scheduled to play next in Miami (Miami Open). He will begin to play the tournament from the main draw that will commence on the 18th of March.
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