Medvedev: "When I play at this level, there are very few who can beat me"

Diego Jiménez Rubio | 11 Jan 2026 | 13.40

Daniil Medvedev speaks as champion of the ATP Brisbane 2026. Photo: gettyimages

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Exciting resurgence that Daniil Medvedev is undergoing. After hitting rock bottom months ago and cutting ties with Cervara, the Russian seems to have benefited from the breath of fresh air that Thomas Johansson has brought as his new coach, securing his 22nd title of his career at the ATP 250 Brisbane 2026. He looks optimistically at his renewed aspirations in the Open de Australia 2026.

Seemingly lost for the cause, completely adrift and frustrated towards tennis, incompatible with his return to a good competitive level. However, radical changes can be positive, as Daniil Medvedev can confirm. In need of fresh air and an environment that believed in his genuine style of play, the Russian has resurfaced under the guidance of his coach for months now, Thomas Johansson. Winning at the ATP 250 Brisbane 2026 is a result of his improvement since the end of last year, making him a title contender in the Open de Australia 2026, a tournament where he has been a finalist three times.

This is what Daniil Medvedev said in the press conference after winning the title in Brisbane

What has changed in his tennis and mindset since late 2025

"Honestly, I believe that the change of coach has benefited me. I don't mean to say that everything is because of that, but last year was quite turbulent for me. Now I see myself playing well and I am eager to compete in a Grand Slam with my new team. It would surprise me to lose in the early rounds, but if that were the case, I would accept what happened and keep trying in future events," he stated before assessing what has changed working with Thomas Johansson.

"We haven't made any revolutionary changes in my tennis, just working on the serve and volley. I feel there is still room for improvement, and the playing conditions in Australia suit me well. We are refining small details, and things are going well. I just trust that the court and balls at the Open de Australia are like those this week in Brisbane," he emphasized.

How to manage his new status on the circuit and tame his fiery character

"I think it will be fun to arrive outside the top 10 and without being among the title favorites. It's logical because it's been a while since I performed well in a Grand Slam, but I know what it's like to play three finals in Melbourne, and I feel that people appreciate me a lot there. I will give it my all to enjoy to the fullest and play at my best," stated the Russian.

"The important thing is to stay true to myself. I know that sometimes I do wrong things and have to apologize, and I am aware that my emotions can be excessive, distracting me and draining energy during matches, even when those emotions are positive. Ideally, I should stay calm, but sometimes I can't, that's just how it is. Here I have found a good attitude, and I hope to continue like this in the coming weeks," Daniil affirmed.

Aspirations for the Open de Australia 2026

"In the last six out of seven tournaments, I have reached at least the quarterfinals and have won two titles. I'm playing at a high level, with great confidence. I know that when I display my best version, there aren't many players who can beat me, so I know that if I continue like this in Melbourne, I will have my chances to achieve something significant," commented an excited Daniil Medvedev at the prospect of being a protagonist again in a Grand Slam.

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