Daniil Medvedev’s victory was of such caliber that Gilles Cervara, the Russian’s coach, ended up attending a press conference to offer details of a practically perfect tactical preparation today to beat Carlos Alcaraz.
Preparation
For this match it was easy. Like two years ago, against Djokovic, I told him to see if he was ready for a great match. I felt that he was, and so it was, because of the game he played. Every player can be tough to coach, but Daniil is very tough. Before this tournament, things were difficult. Every training session was hard. Personally. I was strong to know what was going on in his head and convey the right words to him. I have also been the coach he needed to make him play his best tennis.
Tactical study
Yesterday, when we talked about strategies, but also about energy and determination, which can have a very big impact on your game. Today he did a combination of things we talked about and he did it perfectly because he is an incredible player. Before Carlos you can’t wait. Part of the plan was to be aggressive.
Beat Alcaraz after two defeats
What he did today, Daniil will have in his head for the rest of the year and even next year. This victory builds your confidence. This makes you feel like you are at your best level. Being Top 5 is not the same as being 3, 2 or 1. This victory will help you a lot.
A Daniil who is a rock
I also put myself in the opponent’s shoes and think about how I can beat Daniil, because every shot comes back and comes back. Today, in the face of Carlos’s powerful attacks, he was able to return them all. This is the backbone of his game. He has had it since he was little. This is something that you either have or you don’t.
2023-09-09 03:41:15
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