Russian Tennis star Daniil Medvedev claimed the biggest title of his short career with am impressive 4-6 7-6 (7-2) 6-4 win against Dominic Thiem on Sunday.
The 24-year-old ended his great run of form that saw him beat Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal en-route final at the season ending Masters at the O2 Arena in London.
Daniil Medvedev was too good for all his opponents after securing the maximum three wins from three group games against Novak Djokovic, Diego Schwartzman and Alexander Zverev.
He then came from a set down to beat Rafael Nadal 3-6, 7-6(4), 6-3 to reach his first career ATP Finals final becoming the first player in almost two years (72 matches) to comeback from a set down against the Spaniard.
The Sunday final gave a glimpse of what the future of Tennis could look like with both Daniil Medvedev and Dominic Thiem going head-to-head but Russian was the last man standing.
Daniil Medvedev, who was world number four going into the tournament defeated Nova Djokovic, world number 1, Rafael Nadal, world number 2 and Dominic Thiem the world number 3 to claim the season ending show-piece.
He became just the first Russian to claim the title in 11 years since Nikolay Vladimirovich Davydenko won it in 2009.
The world number four had nothing but praise for Thiem, who went on to win the title at Flushing Meadows, when addressing his win after the match.
“First of all, what a match. Maybe one of my best victories,” the champion said.
“I mean, two hours 42, three sets against an amazing player, Dominic congrats for what you achieved in your career, I think your name is already in the history books of tennis.
“So, it’s amazing, you won a grand slam this year. I mean, you’re playing unbelievable. I hope we’re going to have many more matches to come on the big occasions like this – semi-final of the US Open and final here – so congrats to you and your team. You’re doing an amazing job.”
Daniil Medvedev was praised by Dominic Thiem whom he beat in the final on Sunday.
“Of course, I’m disappointed, but at the same time I’m also proud of the performance, of all the week,” he said.
“Daniil really deserves it. Amazing match, congrats for, in general, another great year as well.
“Amazing month, November, with the Bercy [Paris Masters], title here and I hope we have many great matches to come. It was a pleasure today even though I lost.
“And thanks also to my team for all the support – without the crowd it’s even more important.
“Thanks a lot, we had an unbelievable year as well. Thanks for taking care of me in all the bubbles and I can’t wait for other great years with all of you.”
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