Get ready for a thrilling tennis showdown as Daniil Medvedev reignites his quest for the Nitto ATP Finals! The former World No. 1 is on a roll, reaching his third consecutive ATP Tour semi-final in Almaty.
In a captivating match on October 17, 2025, Medvedev showcased his resilience and class, overcoming Fabian Marozsan 7-5, 6-2. But here's where it gets controversial: Medvedev had to save three set points in the first set, a moment that could have changed the course of the match. Yet, he quickly found his groove, producing an impressive 27 winners to just 12 unforced errors.
"The first set was a real test," Medvedev shared. "But I'm thrilled with how I played after that, and I'm glad I could pull through. My serve was on point today, and I raised my game when it mattered. I hope to keep this momentum going."
Medvedev's late-season surge has propelled him up two spots to 13th in the PIF ATP Live Race To Turin. Starting October at 20th, he's now within reach of his seventh consecutive appearance at the Nitto ATP Finals. And this is the part most people miss: Medvedev's success is a testament to his new coaching team, Thomas Johansson and Rohan Goetzke, who are helping him rediscover his signature consistency.
In the semi-finals, Medvedev will face qualifier James Duckworth, who upset third seed Flavio Cobolli 6-3, 6-2. Duckworth, ranked 108th, continues to shine at the Kazakhstani ATP 250 event, showcasing relentless movement and pinpoint accuracy. Meanwhile, in the top half of the draw, sixth seed Alex Michelsen rallied to defeat Shintaro Mochizuki 6-3, 3-6, 6-2, keeping his hopes alive for a maiden ATP Tour title.
With three tour-level semi-finals in 2025, the 21-year-old Michelsen has earned 25 victories for the second consecutive season. He will face Jan-Lennard Struff or Corentin Moutet in Saturday's clash.
As the Turin trail tightens, who do you think will secure their spot at the Nitto ATP Finals? Will Medvedev's late-season surge continue, or will a new champion emerge? Share your thoughts in the comments and let's discuss the exciting possibilities ahead!
