Famous Russian journalist and TV presenter Vladimir Pozner appreciated the success of Russian tennis player Daniil Medvedev in the international arena. His words are quoted Sports24.
“All our other athletes are practically not allowed to compete in other sports. Their abilities are limited. Fortunately, the International Tennis Federation acted differently and our athletes are highly visible there. Not only Medvedev, but also Rublev and Khachanov. I wouldn’t say that Medvedev is the face of Russian sports, but the fact that he is probably the brightest of the Russian athletes performing right now, yes, that’s true,” Posner said.
On January 26, Medvedev reached the final of the Australian Open by beating German representative Alexander Zverev. After two sets, the Russian lost 0:2 and then turned the game around.
In the final of the tournament, Medvedev will face Italian tennis player Jannik Sinner, who easily beat world number one Novak Djokovic in the semi-finals.
For Medvedev, this Australian Open final will be the third final in his career. He had previously lost to Rafael Nadal (2022) and Novak Djokovic (2021).
Previously Medvedev said About his unusual nickname from Rublev.