"I was trying to stay focused but I was like, 'Who is there?": Medvedev was looking for blockbuster names including Brady, Durant, Butler among others in attendance at US Open
ATP
Daniil
Medvedev admitted to having difficulties concentrating while trying to identify
the celebrities present during his match against Alcaraz at the US Open.
World No. 3
played one of the best matches of his career and eliminated the 2022 US Open
champion and world No. 1, Carlos Alcaraz. Medvedev showcased his best shots and
didn't allow the Spanish player to continue his quest for a second consecutive
title.
The Russian
acknowledged after the match that he noticed there were a lot of celebrities in
the stands shown on the screens, but he admitted it was challenging to
recognize them and stay focused.
"True,
there were a lot of celebrities they were showing all the time," Medvedev
said.
"I was
trying to stay focused but I was like, 'Who is there? Who is the next one?' I
think I saw everybody who was there, and some of them, yeah, were pretty big
stars. That's cool to see people enjoy tennis," he added.
"That's
amazing because that's the sport I love."
"So to
see people I see on the TV and some of them I'm a fan and some of them I know
just see in the movie or something like this, it's great to see them enjoy such
a great match," Medvedev added.
Daniil
Medvedev also spoke about his strategy for defeating the Spaniard:
"Talking
about Carlos, I'm happy because in Indian Wells and Wimbledon, he used well my
return position from the back," Medvedev said.
"But I
knew that in my opinion, it was not only this that made me lose to him, and I
felt like even returning from back I can cause him trouble and I managed to
prove it today."
In the
final, he will face Novak Djokovic, whom he already defeated in the final at
Flushing Meadows in 2021. They will play this Sunday, September 10th, at the
Arthur Ashe Stadium.
Cristhián AvilaTennis Journalist
Cristhián Ávila is a tennis journalist based in Santiago, Chile, and has been part of the TennisUpToDate team since early 2023. He covers the ATP and WTA Tours as well as all four Grand Slams, producing breaking news, match reports, analysis, and regular liveblogs from major tournaments.
His reporting combines statistical analysis with clear explanation, helping readers understand tactical developments, player form, and broader storylines across the tour. Working fluently in both Spanish and English, Cristhián collaborates with an international editorial team and contributes to comprehensive global coverage. As part of his work, he has conducted interviews and media interactions with leading figures in the sport, including Caroline Wozniacki and John McEnroe.
In his journalism, Cristhián places strong emphasis on careful sourcing, editorial accuracy, and updating articles promptly when new, verified information becomes available. His coverage is grounded in research, context, and direct engagement with professional tennis.
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