In a thrilling climax to the Almaty Open, Daniil Medvedev ended a prolonged title drought by defeating Corentin Moutet in a hard-fought encounter. The match unfolded over two hours and 29 minutes, with Medvedev triumphing 7-5, 4-6, 6-3. This victory marked Medvedev’s first ATP title since he claimed the Rome Masters in 2023, a staggering 882 days ago.
The final showcased a remarkable back-and-forth dynamic, with both players showcasing their abilities. The Russian, who avenged a recent quarterfinal loss to Moutet in Washington, D.C.—a match where Moutet emerged victorious—demonstrated resilience throughout the contest. Moutet had previously edged out Medvedev in that match, winning 1-6, 6-4, 6-4, making this victory all the more satisfying for the former world No. 1.
Post-match, Medvedev expressed his mixed feelings about his performance. “It is great,” he shared. “I was not super happy with how I played in some moments of the match, but to win feels amazing. In the most important points, I played good. The last game was incredible and I am happy to win the title. It continues my funny story of 21 titles in 21 different cities.” This unique achievement highlights Medvedev’s consistency; every one of his 21 titles has come from different tournaments, emphasizing his versatility on the tour.
Throughout his title drought, Medvedev faced adversity, finishing as the runner-up on six occasions—the 2023 U.S. Open, the 2024 Australian Open, and the 2024 Indian Wells Masters among them. Medvedev will aim to build on his success as he heads to Vienna this week, where he will compete against a formidable lineup that includes Jannik Sinner, Alexander Zverev, Alex de Minaur, Lorenzo Musetti, Andrey Rublev, and Alexander Bublik.
With his confidence reignited, the 29-year-old is poised to reclaim his place among the elite in men’s tennis as he prepares for future challenges on the ATP circuit.
