In a thrilling match at the Internazionali BNL d’Italia, defending champion Daniil Medvedev faced a tough challenge from Hamad Medjedovic but managed to come out on top with a 7-6(5), 2-6, 7-5 victory. The second seed had to dig deep to survive the scare from the young Serbian player, who put up a brilliant performance on the court.
Despite struggling with his serve and shots during the match, Medvedev showed his fighting spirit and determination to secure the win. Reflecting on his performance, the Russian player admitted that he was not at his best but was pleased to come through in the end. He now looks ahead to finding his best tennis in the upcoming matches.
With this victory, Medvedev continues his impressive run at ATP Masters 1000 events, reaching the Round of 16 at all five tournaments played in 2024. The defending champion is aiming to defend his title in Rome and add another tour-level title to his name.
On the other side, Medjedovic, a 20-year-old rising star, put up a strong fight in his first Masters 1000 third round appearance. Despite the loss, the Serbian player showed his potential and determination to compete against top-ranked opponents.
Overall, the match between Medvedev and Medjedovic was a display of skill, resilience, and competitive spirit, keeping fans on the edge of their seats until the very end. As the tournament in Rome progresses, all eyes will be on Medvedev as he continues his quest for another title.