The 2 fundamental favorites to win the Australian Open 2025, in line with Daniil Medvedev, are Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner.
The Russian talked about it in the course of the media day of the Completely satisfied Slam, which can begin in a number of hours in Melbourne. The finalist of the final version of the event additionally expressed his standpoint on the partnership between Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray, evaluating the 2 to soccer stars Leo Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo.
“I think it’s great in terms of everything, also for the atmosphere, the media and for the growth of tennis. Imagine Messi becoming Cristiano Ronaldo’s coach. It would be strange,” he mentioned.
The Russian then talked about Alcaraz and Sinner, analyzing: “They beat me a lot last year and I didn’t bother them much. I reached the final stages of many tournaments without beating them. I would like to be a troublemaker again in that sense. They are clearly the favorites, it seems normal to me. What I did against them last year wasn’t enough, so I know I have to improve.”
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2024 has left a giant query mark within the Russian’s thoughts and considerations the extent wanted to attempt to win one other Slam in his profession. That very same Slam that he got here near on the Australian Open final season, when he suffered a troublesome comeback in opposition to Sinner within the ultimate, after being forward two units to zero. Medvedev ended the season with out profitable a title and appeared decidedly in issue within the direct clashes with Jannik and Caritos.
“The preparation has been great, maybe one of the best pre-seasons I’ve ever had. I don’t think I’ll ever play before the Australian Open, it starts too early in the season and I feel like I’m at an age where I want to spend more time at home. I feel good, I’ve had time to train and I think you’ll see some interesting things from me. I’m really looking forward to it,” he added.
