Once an unstoppable force on hard courts, Daniil Medvedev is struggling to regain his dominance. With losses piling up and an unexpected coaching split, is the former US Open champion facing a career crisis?
Daniil Medvedev’s 2025 season began with joy off the court—welcoming his second child just before flying to Australia. But on the tennis court, things have spiraled downward quickly.
After a disastrous second-round exit at the Australian Open, Medvedev dropped out of the ATP Top 5 and ended his partnership with coach Gilles Simon after just one year. Now, the big question looms: what’s next for the Russian?
A Year Without a Title—What’s Gone Wrong?
For a player once feared on hard courts, Medvedev’s title drought has reached alarming levels. He hasn’t lifted a trophy in over a year, and his confidence appears shattered.
🚨 Australian Open Collapse: He failed to defend his 2024 runner-up finish, crashing out to American teenager Learner Tien in Round 2.
🚨 Rotterdam Disaster: After barely surviving against Stan Wawrinka, Medvedev was stunned by 22-year-old Italian Mattia Bellucci, playing what many called one of the worst matches of his career.
For a player who was once nearly unbeatable on hard courts, these shocking losses signal a deeper mental and tactical struggle.
Medvedev Responds: “Winning Matters, But So Do Consistent Results”
Despite his freefall, Medvedev remains defiant, arguing that his deep runs in big tournaments still prove his worth.
“It’s true that I didn’t win a single title last year, but I made it to the final in Australia, the semi-finals in Dubai, the final in Indian Wells, and the semi-finals in Miami. Is it better to win an ATP 250 or get those results?”
Still, his frustration is evident. Medvedev knows he’s not playing at his best but is determined to grind through the rough patch.
“Now the most important thing for me is to play as many matches as possible and recover the best feelings. Although I’m not playing very well, I’ve always been close to winning—and that’s a good sign.”
What’s Next for Medvedev?
Rather than taking a break, Medvedev is choosing to play more tournaments in hopes of regaining his rhythm. His next stop? The ATP 250 in Marseille, where he’ll face French veteran Pierre-Hugues Herbert in his opening match.
But with each early loss, the pressure builds. If Medvedev doesn’t turn things around soon, his ranking—and confidence—could take an even bigger hit.
Will Medvedev bounce back and reclaim his dominance, or is this the beginning of a long-term decline?
The next few months will decide his fate.
