Millman vs Medvedev: An unstoppable force, Daniil Medvedev advanced to a 3rd Round of the Australian Open by defeating John Millman, a seasoned veteran, and a past champion on Wednesday.
The Russian 7th seed overcame the Australian surprise entrant, 7-5/ 6-2/ 6-2 on Margaret Court Arena after losing the 2021 final at Melbourne Park to Novak Djokovic and afterward Rafael Nadal the previous season. For the 6th consecutive year at Melbourne Park, Medvedev moved to the 3rd round with the victory during the Millman vs Medvedev contest. The 26-year-old is attempting to remain just the 4th player in the Open Era to achieve 3 subsequent Australian Open finals. Medvedev advanced to the tournament final at the inaugural Grand Slam of the season in 2021 and 2022.
Daniil Medvedev eyes winning the Australian Open
Millman vs Medvedev: On Wednesday, John Millman was defeated by Daniil Medvedev in the 2nd stage of the Australian Open 2023. Medvedev has guaranteed himself a spot in the 3rd stage with this victory. He triumphed over Millman 7-5/ 6-2/ 6-2.
Medvedev, who managed to reach the championship match in Melbourne twice in succession in 2021 and 2022, will be seeking his first victory. Medvedev dealt out a staggering 10 aces against Millman’s zero.
Millman vs Medvedev: Daniil Medvedev’s spectacular serving
Millman vs Medvedev: Despite having 3 double faults to Millman’s one, Medvedev won 75% of the time on the initial service. Medvedev clinched 103 points by winning 8 out of 13 break points. Interestingly, this was their first encounter, and Medvedev now leads 1-0.
In the opening set, they faced up against one another as both competitors struggled with their serves. The World No. 8 eventually broke for the 4th occasion to win the set.
Millman vs Medvedev: Medvedev pulled out a great victory
Millman vs Medvedev: In the 2nd set, Medvedev picked up the pace. And yet when Millman missed a backhand to provide him a 2-1 lead. Medvedev put his leg down to take complete command.
Medvedev was in the groove as he sped to triumph, leaving little chance for the Australian to recover.
Millman vs Medvedev: Daniil Medvedev to face Watanuki or Korda
Millman vs Medvedev: Daniil Medvedev beat John Millman 7-5, 6-2, 6-2. In the following stage, he will play the victor of the encounter involving American No. 29 Sebastian Korda and Japanese entrant Yosuke Watanuki. The match between Korda and Watanuki is still to compete and whosoever wins the match will face Medvedev in the 3rd Round of the Australian Open.
In 2 rounds, Medvedev didn’t drop a single set. Although, Medvedev defeated Marcos Giron in the last game 6-0/ 6-1/ 6-2. The Russian Star Medvedev is the favorite to win the Australian Open Grand Slam after Djokovic as the Defending Champion Rafael Nadal is out of the Australian Open Grand Slam after losing to McDonald in the 3rd Round.
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