The Russian has referred to Manacorí in the framework of the final of the Australian Open
Less and less is missing for the grand finale of the first Grand Slam of the year between Rafael Nadal Y Daniel Medvedev. The Spanish tennis player and the Russian will face each other in an edition where too much quality is expected and, above all, surprises. Although it is the last fight for the title, what happens around it gains a lot of relevance.
Let’s remember that the Manacorí has been able to impose itself on the Italian Matteo Berrettini in the semifinals in an intense duel. Although the Spanish reached the competition In the midst of doubts due to his injuries, little by little he was able to resume the rhythm. Therefore, against the transalpine he showed part of the level of his past.
Medvedev talks about the duel he will hold with Rafa Nadal
Meanwhile, Daniil Medvedev has beaten Stefanos Tsitsipas with almost the same forcefulness as in the other semi-final match. Therefore, the match between Rafa Nadal and Medvedev is expected to be quite attractive. They are the best in the competition and they are sure to put on a great show.
It will be the second consecutive final for the Russian at the Australian Open, who on the previous occasion fell to Novak Djokovic. Regarding his victory against his rival in the semifinals of the current edition, Medvedev has referred to his rival, to whom he has launched a devastating missile in a previous interview.
The Australian Open final will be quite intense
“I don’t know where Nadal saw the final last year but this year Djokovic will see it for sure.” He has joked the Russian after beating the Greek, which warms up the final a bit, although with a calmer tone. Of course, he always manages a good humor, which is a characteristic stamp.
Although Medvedev has mentioned Nadal as a challenge, he has also given him several compliments. “I will play, again, against one of the greatest, and he is going for his 21st Grand Slam”. Also, he referred to what will be the meeting with the player from Manacorí: “I know that Rafa is a very strong player. I’ll have to give my best to win this match”.