Medvedev vs Fritz: The 2024 ATP Finals kick off in Turin with an exciting first match between Daniil Medvedev and Taylor Fritz. Medvedev, a former champion here, brings experience and skill as he aims to reclaim the title he won in 2020. On the other side, Fritz, making only his second appearance at the Finals, is eager to show he can compete with the best.
Medvedev vs Fritz Head to Head
- Medvedev leads 1-0
These two have met only once before on the ATP Tour, with Medvedev taking the win. Their lone encounter was at the 2022 Cincinnati Masters, where Medvedev won in straight sets (7-6, 6-3) on an outdoor hard court. Medvedev’s solid defense and counter-attacking style proved too much for Fritz in that meeting, though the fast-paced indoor conditions in Turin may favor Fritz’s aggressive game style.
Player Profiles
Daniil Medvedev (Russia)
- Rank: 4
- Age: 28
- Record (2024): 45-19
- Titles (2024): 0
- Career Titles: 20
- Turned Pro: 2014
- Style: Right-handed, two-handed backhand
Medvedev is known for his exceptional court coverage, deep counter-attacking play, and intelligence in shot selection. With a 22-10 record on hard courts this year, he has been a consistent threat on the surface and thrives in a tactical, defensive game that wears opponents down.
Taylor Fritz (USA)
- Rank: 6
- Age: 27
- Record (2024): 49-21
- Titles (2024): 2
- Career Titles: 8
- Turned Pro: 2015
- Style: Right-handed, two-handed backhand
With powerful groundstrokes and a heavy serve, Fritz has shown significant improvement in consistency and match play over the past few seasons. He excels on faster surfaces, and his game style will look to disrupt Medvedev’s defensive rhythm on Turin’s indoor hard courts.
Last Meeting
- Date: August 2022
- Event: ATP Masters 1000 Cincinnati
- Round: Quarterfinals
- Score: Medvedev def. Fritz 7-6(1), 6-3
Medvedev’s victory was a display of his mental toughness, with a dominant performance in the tie-break and a break in the second set that proved decisive. Fritz struggled to break Medvedev’s defenses and was often forced into longer rallies, which tilted the match in Medvedev’s favor.
Stats Comparison
- Medvedev (2024 Record): 45-19, 22-10 on hard courts
- Fritz (2024 Record): 49-21, 28-9 on hard courts
While Medvedev has the higher ranking and the head-to-head edge, Fritz’s superior hard-court record this season and the faster indoor conditions could make this matchup highly competitive.
Medvedev vs Fritz Prediction
Medvedev in 3 Sets
Given Medvedev’s track record on hard courts and past success in the ATP Finals, he enters as the favorite. However, Fritz has a formidable serve and improved baseline play, which could make this a close contest. Expect Medvedev’s experience and tactical play to give him a slight edge in three sets.
Where to Watch Medvedev vs Fritz
- Broadcast: Sony Sports Network (India)
- Streaming: Sony LIV
The ATP World Tour Finals will be broadcast on Sony Sports and Sony LIV in India from November 10 to November 17, 2024, live from the Pala Alpitour in Turin, Italy.
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