Medvedev is candid: "Every training session has been a struggle for me"
The world number 4 leaves Turin with the aim of improving: "It's not enough, especially against guys like Jannik or Carlos."
Although saddened by not being able to continue his adventure in the 2024 ATP Finals, nothing is too bad for a Daniil Medvedev who only thinks about improving in the upcoming season. Already in the press conference minutes after losing in Turin against Jannik Sinner, the Russian, ranked 4th in the world, talks about how he evaluates his year, the lack of titles, and the improvements he plans to make for the next season.
"Jannik plays well, he has great confidence right now. I saw his training before the match, and he hardly misses a ball when he hits it hard. It's challenging to face him, he puts a lot of pressure on you, you have to handle it. I didn't do it well enough. I made mistakes at crucial moments. He is one of the best players I have faced," Daniil confessed in the press conference.
How would you rate your season?
"There are different dimensions. Speaking of my goals, 0 out of 10. I'll probably end the year as the number 4 in the world, unless Taylor pulls off a huge surprise. It's incredible. In a sport that is so demanding, with so many players wanting to be number one, it's amazing. I haven't played too well this season. Jannik is playing much better, he has proven it on several occasions, but I am the number four in the world. I'm super proud of that because I have struggled a lot throughout the year, especially towards the end.
Every training session has been a struggle for me. Many matches. I used to feel like I could easily push my opponents to the limit and win. Now I need to win in third sets, tiebreaks, breaks at the end of sets... I would say it has been a 6.5 out of 10, with a lot of work to do but with good memories. I am looking forward to the next season."
Will there be any changes?
"In my team, no, but in the preparation, we will surely try something new. I see that it's not good enough, especially against guys like Jannik or Carlos. I'm not sure if I can do better, but I will try. I need to not fail. That's what we will work on in the preseason, but it's not easy at 29 years old. As for the titles, it's something that doesn't concern me."
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