Medvedev dismisses retirement rumors: "I like it and I keep making a lot of money"

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With a downcast and pensive expression, Daniil Medvedev left the center court of ATP Rotterdam 2025 after being defeated by Mattia Bellucci, the 92nd in the world rankings. Although this might be an isolated case, it's striking that the Russian is unable to secure two consecutive victories in the two tournaments he has played this season, especially after reaching the final last year in Melbourne.

Something is going on with Medvedev

Perhaps he himself doesn't know, hence the expression with which he exited the Dutch tournament after a tough loss adding to a growing list of painful defeats. Following losses to Learner Tien at the 2025 Australian Open and now to Mattia Bellucci, it appears that the new generation is gaining ground on Daniil, who also came to this tournament with recent changes in his team. It seems we will still have to wait to see if that change has effects on the court.

Daniil dispels retirement rumors

Questions about the end of my career are premature," said Medvedev in statements to Sportskeeda. "I like tennis, I'm still making a lot of money, so I'll keep playing as long as I can. If I drop out of the Top 100 of the ATP Ranking, I don't know... But that's probably not going to happen. I'm sure I can come back stronger, that's all."

The next tournament where we will see him, and where he could redeem himself, is the ATP Doha 2025, from February 17 to 22. As an advantage, Medvedev did not participate in the event last year, although he won it in 2023, so it's a golden opportunity to pocket a good amount of points and find the confidence he lacks, the perfect point for a fresh start for Daniil this season.

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