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In a rematch of their Australian Open final, Jannik Sinner and Daniil Medvedev are set to face each other in the semifinals of the Miami Open after both players secured victories in the quarterfinals. Sinner overcame Tomas Machac 6-4, 6-2, while Medvedev defeated Nicolas Jarry 6-2, 7-6(7).
Their history is marked by an intriguing rivalry, with Medvedev initially dominating their matchups. However, Sinner has turned the tide in recent encounters, winning their last four meetings. This includes their most recent clash in the Australian Open final, where Sinner claimed his first Grand Slam title after a thrilling five-set battle.
The beginning of a rivalry
Their rivalry began in February 2020 when Sinner, then just 18 years old, faced Medvedev in Marseille. Despite winning the first set, Sinner ultimately fell to the more experienced Russian. Subsequent matches followed a similar pattern, with Medvedev emerging victorious in their early encounters.
However, the tables turned in 2022 when Sinner defeated Medvedev in the Beijing final, marking the start of his dominance over the Russian. Since then, Sinner has claimed victories in Vienna, the ATP Finals semifinals, and the Australian Open final, solidifying his status as a formidable opponent for Medvedev.
A big match coming next
In their upcoming match, Sinner seeks to maintain his recent dominance over Medvedev, while the Russian will be determined to reclaim his winning ways.
Their semifinal clash promises to be another captivating chapter in their rivalry, with both players eager to secure a spot in the Miami Open final. The match will take place at MVP Arena in Miami, with the date and time set for Saturday, March 30, 2024.