Daniil Medvedev, the defending champion and World No. 4, marked his return to the ATP Tour with a victory over Alexander Shevchenko at the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships. Medvedev, playing his first match since the Australian Open, won in straight sets, 6-3, 7-5. The match showcased Medvedev's resilience, particularly in the second set where he came back from a 3-5 deficit to secure the win, converting 5 of his 9 break point chances. This victory extends Medvedev's winning streak in Dubai to six matches and sets up his next challenge against either Nagal or Sonego. Additionally, the tournament saw Gilles Simon making his debut as part of Medvedev's coaching team.
For the W 🤯 @DaniilMedwed is back on court for the first time since the Australian Open 💪 https://t.co/nqXSF5qQBn
Defending champ @DaniilMedwed dispatches Shevchenko 6-3, 7-5 for his 6th straight win in Dubai! Converted 5 of his 9 break point chances. https://t.co/IS3GaOxAsf
The champion starts well in Dubai! 🐙 Daniil Medvedev defeats Alexander Shevchenko 6-3 7-5 to launch title defence Next opponent: Nagal or Sonego https://t.co/BUsVm0Ic9t
Defending champion Daniil Medvedev, top seed in 2024, beats Alexander Shevchenko 6-3, 7-5 to reach the 2nd round. Was 3-5 down in the 2nd set. https://t.co/KjNybg2awL
Gamer recognizes Gamer 🕹️ @DaniilMedwed overcame a strong challenge from rival Alexander Shevchenko to win his first match since the @australianopen at @DDFTennis Here's how he did it: https://t.co/r3m8oSyzm7
Back like he never left 😏 @DaniilMedwed defeats Shevchenko 6-3 7-5 in his first match back since the Australian Open! #DDFTennis https://t.co/XD6n0BeMiD
Daniil Medvedev is victorious in his 1st match since the #AusOpen final! The World No. 4 wins four straight games to beat Shevchenko 6-3, 7-5 in Dubai. https://t.co/RRILDYOPjU
DIFFERENT GRAVY 🤯 Defending champion @DaniilMedwed with a UNREAL winner on his way to defeating Shevchenko 6-3 7-5! @DDFTennis | #DDFTennis https://t.co/hqu5L4p1JP
Shevchenko is broken serving for the second set! Medvedev gets the big break to knot it up at 5-5. #DDFTennis https://t.co/vwSRDjdKpN
Shevechenko is broken serving for the second set! Medvedev gets the big break to knot it up at 5-5. #DDFTennis https://t.co/YRMTG22WMC
Decisions, decisions... 🤔 @DaniilMedwed #DDFTennis https://t.co/ADZg9hxblC
Thunderous Forehand ⚡️ @DaniilMedwed #DDFTennis https://t.co/VXn9SkvmNM
He's everywhere! 🏃♂️ Super hand skills from @DaniilMedwed on his way to securing the opener 6-3 against Shevchenko. @DDFTennis | #DDFTennis https://t.co/4X8byceLTQ
Double fault and a subsequent sarcastic thumbs-up from Shevchenko 😅 Medvedev earns the first break of the match to go up 3-2. #DDFTennis https://t.co/HMEYavkgMX
Coach @GillesSimon84! The Frenchman is making his first appearance as part of Medvedev's team. #DDFTennis https://t.co/L3OIH8opBk
GET OUT OF HERE 😮💨 Shevchenko has Medvedev clapping with this incredible get 👏 #DDFTennis https://t.co/C6rz6bziqO
A new face in @DaniilMedwed's box 👀 @GillesSimon84 #DDFTennis https://t.co/H7D2ZYmI2v
Welcome back, Daniil 👋 Medvedev takes on Shevchenko at #DDFTennis in his first match on tour since the Australian Open! WATCH LIVE —> https://t.co/hOHmv2wMlX https://t.co/dz3m6CJLDK
The reigning champion of the @atptour #DDFTennis Championships and World No4 @DaniilMedwed with a special message to the fans in Dubai 🙌 https://t.co/KUE7Nff4le
Andrey advances in Dubai with a three-set win! https://t.co/c2sQoiZIXR
Dubai ❤️s Andrey @AndreyRublev97 appreciating the fan support at @ddftennis! #DDFTennis https://t.co/mghix9PMfW