Medvedev reflects on crowd support for Nadal: A light-hearted take during On-court interview.
At the US Open, Daniil Medvedev delivered an impeccable performance on Monday, dominating Nuno Borges with a scoreline of 6-0, 6-1, 6-3, and securing his place in the quarterfinals. The Russian star, who clinched his only Grand Slam title at this very venue in 2021, shared a humorous insight during his on-court interview conducted by Nick Kyrgios, especially recalling the 2019 US Open where he faced Rafael Nadal in a memorable final.
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Medvedev’s unique challenge against Nadal
During the interview, Medvedev humorously commented on his experiences playing against Rafael Nadal, a crowd favorite, under various circumstances, including a peculiar match during the COVID-19 pandemic. Here’s what Medvedev had to say:
“I love playing here. I vividly remember the crazy 2019 edition… Especially the final against Rafa. To be honest, wherever I played him, the crowd was always rooting for him. I even played him once during COVID, and there was no one there, but I still felt like the crowd was for him,” Medvedev shared with a mischievous grin and his typical dose of humor.
Medvedev recordando su final contra Rafa 😂 pic.twitter.com/ZViHTKv7Jc
— US Open Tennis (@usopen) September 2, 2024
This lighthearted remark not only highlighted the challenges players face with crowd preferences but also showcased Medvedev’s ability to bring humor into the sport, making the interview a delightful moment for the fans at Arthur Ashe Stadium.
