Russian tennis star Daniil Medvedev continued his impressive run at the 2024 Madrid Open by securing a straight-set victory over Alexander Bublik on Tuesday, April 30. The win not only propelled Medvedev into the quarterfinals of the tournament but also marked his sixth consecutive triumph against Bublik in as many encounters.
Following the match, Bublik expressed his frustration with a colorful outburst, stating, “F*ck, I’m done,” as translated. In response, Medvedev, with a hint of laughter, shared a lighthearted exchange with his opponent, revealing, “Do you think at the end when I was running to drop shots I was like ‘F*ck, I’m running cross-country’. I couldn’t do it anymore.”
Medvedev’s victory showcased his dominance on the court and highlighted his ability to maintain control over his rival, extending his winning streak against Bublik. The Russian’s consistent performance and tactical prowess have solidified his position as one of the top contenders in the tournament.
Always nice cultural talk between slavic tennis players.
Bublik: “…f*ck, i’m done”
Meddy: “Do you think at the end when i was running to dropshots i was like ‘f*ck, I’m running cross-country’. I couldn’t do it anymore” pic.twitter.com/zzrqKZmN9Q— Diana (@Diadope) April 30, 2024
As Medvedev progresses to the quarterfinals, his sights are set on further success in the Madrid Open, where he aims to continue his winning streak and ultimately contend for the championship title. With each match, he demonstrates not only his skill and athleticism but also his resilience and determination to excel on the international stage.
As the tournament unfolds, tennis fans can anticipate more thrilling encounters and memorable moments, fueled by the competitive spirit and camaraderie that define the sport. Medvedev’s triumph over Bublik serves as a testament to the excitement and unpredictability that make the Madrid Open a highlight of the tennis calendar.
Medvedev in Madrid, ranking, and results in 2024
LWWLWWWLWL Now the world no.4, Daniil has achieved a compiled 22-5 record in 2024. The Russian is now competing in Madrid where he toppled the world no.36 Matteo Arnaldi 2-6 6-4 6-4, the world no.26 Sebastian Korda 5-7 7-64 6-3 and the world no.18 Alexander Bublik 7-63 6-4.
Daniil Medvedev will face the world no.31 Jiri Lehecka in the quarter. The head to head is 1-0 for Medvedev.
The Russian got to the final at the Australian Open and in Indian Wells (BNP Paribas Open).
Daniil won 20 titles in his career: 10 on hard courts, 1 on clay courts, 8 on indoor courts and 1 on grass courts. (See the list of his titles)
Medvedev will compete next in Rome (Internazionali BNL d’Italia). He will start to play the tournament from the main draw that will commence on the 8th of May.
Alexander Bublik in 2024
At the moment ranked no.18 (career-high), Alexander played his last match on the 30th of April when he was defeated by world no.4 Daniil Medvedev 7-6(3) 6-4 in the 4th round in Madrid (draw).
This year Bublik has achieved a 16-9 record. Bublik clinched 1 title in Montpellier. Bublik reached the final in Dubai.
Bublik is scheduled to compete next in Rome (Internazionali BNL d’Italia). He will start from the main draw that will commence on the 8th of May.
Daniil Medvedev and Alexander Bublik played each other 7 times. Their current record is 7-0 for Medvedev. Previously, the last time they fought against each other, Daniil Medvedev won 7-6(3) 6-4 in the 4th round in Madrid (Mutua Madrid Open) on the 30th of April 2024.
You can see them in action in the following highlights.
