Daniil Medvedev of Russia remains at the top of the Association of Tennis Professionals championship rankings, reinforcing his lead with a substantial gap over the field. He holds 4300 points, a cushion that keeps him ahead of the pack as the season progresses. In second place is Carlos Alcaraz of Spain, who has 3455 points and is widely recognized as the world’s top-ranked athlete at the moment. Novak Djokovic of Serbia sits third in the standings with 2745 points, continuing his long run of consistency at the highest level.
Within the top ten, Russian players are well represented. Andrey Rublev sits among the elites, and Karen Khachanov also makes the list, contributing to a strong national presence in the ATP race. Aslan Karatsev has made a notable ascent, climbing three spots to reach the 39th position, while Alexander Shevchenko has improved from 59th to 53rd. These movements reflect ongoing momentum across the circuit as players vie for year-end positioning and seedings at major events. [ATP Tour rankings]
Looking ahead, Medvedev is scheduled to compete in the first round of the French Open at Roland Garros, where he is set to face Brazilian player Thiago Seyboth Wild. The match is slated for May 30 and is expected to begin around noon Moscow time, subject to scheduling confirmations. Roland Garros’s main draw opened on May 28 and will culminate with the men’s final on June 11, bringing the clay-court season to a dramatic close. The tournament carries a substantial prize fund, with a total purse of €49,600,000 distributed across the various rounds and events. [Roland Garros official materials]
Industry observers and coaches view Medvedev as a strong favorite heading into Paris, given his recent form and experience on slow surfaces that suit his aggressive baseline play and well-timed changes of pace. The French Open, renowned for its demanding conditions and tactical diversity, often serves as a proving ground for players seeking to establish their status on the clay, with results that ripple into subsequent tournaments on the European circuit. [Expert commentary]