The data that raise Medvedev as one of the best returners, ¿in history?, on hard court

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Daniil Medvedev needs a good result, preferably a title, to regain his position as one of the best tennis players in the world. In this North American hardcourt swing, he has a golden opportunity to recover lost ground, especially on his favorite surface and during the tour where he claimed his only Grand Slam title at the 2021 US Open.

Although he didn't start well in Washington, being eliminated in the quarterfinals by Corentin Moutet, the world number 14 will strive for an ATP title in Toronto, taking advantage of the absence of Jannik Sinner, Carlos Alcaraz, and Novak Djokovic. This presents a significant chance to lift a title after more than two years (since ATP Rome 2023) and reaffirm his status as a "hardcourt specialist", a title he proudly holds. With 18 out of his 20 titles won on hardcourts, the statistics undeniably rank him among the all-time greats, particularly in the art of returning serve.

A Master of Return

According to ATP Infosys statistics, Medvedev is one of the top 25 players in key hardcourt categories since records have been kept: points won returning the first serve (31.6%, ranked 23rd), points won returning the second serve (54.3%, ranks 9th historically), and return games won (28.1%, 21st position). However, he doesn't feature among the top 25 in any of these categories when considering statistics on all surfaces.

"Overall, I enjoy returning. I feel comfortable with it. I think many players prefer to return because it carries a bit less pressure, and you can try more shots," stated the Moscow native in remarks collected by the ATP.

In these incredible statistics, Medvedev is only surpassed by two active players in return points won and return games won—Carlos Alcaraz and Novak Djokovic. While the Serbian, considered the best returner in history, is the only active player exceeding him in the percentage of points won returning the second serve (54.4%).

"What always keeps me motivated is also that, even in moments where I'm not winning as many matches or playing my best, I still maintain these exceptional numbers in returning. Typically, I'm in the top five or so, and that's what keeps me motivated. If I try to play a bit better, I'll achieve it," Medvedev asserts, aiming to add his 19th hardcourt title in Toronto.

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