‘Nadal’s Form Will Matter More’ – Chris Evert Cites Rafael Nadal as a Heavy Favorite Over Daniil Medvedev to Clinch Indian Wells 2022 Title

Published 03/11/2022, 7:21 AM EST

Indian Wells tournament is underway and fans across the globe await intriguing encounters between top players on both the men’s and the women’s draw. While everyone has their favorites for the tournament, many fans believe that Rafael Nadal and Daniil Medvedev are major contenders this season.

18-time Grand Slam winner Chris Evert also compares the two best players participating in the seasons’ first ATP 1000 event. They could be facing each other in the semifinals – it would mark their third matchup this year.

Chris Evert advantages Nadal over Medvedev

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The former world no.1 expects a close contest between the Russian and the Spaniard. Despite Nadal winning both the contest this season against the Chess master, Chris Evert thinks that it will be an even battle between the two.

“Medvedev and Nadal are now the main favorites at Indian Wells. I don’t know if you can put Medvedev over Nadal or Nadal over Medvedev. I think they are close in every respect.” Evert said while comparing Nadal and Medvedev. (Quotes translated via Google translate)

The American legend considers Daniil Medvedev’s champion mentality can erase the losses faced against Nadal. However, Evert gives a slight advantage to Rafael Nadal.

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“Nadal, since taking that break, has become fresher, more focused. I think Nadal is much stronger after his leg injury. If they meet again, I think Nadal’s form will matter more than the Indian Wells pitch.” (Translated via Google translate)

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Nadal’s strong return to the ATP tour has nearly made him invincible. He is 15-0 since the start of the season, his personal best. Also, he won three tournaments so far, including the Australian Open title. Nadal defeated ‘tournament favorite’ Daniil Medvedev on two separate occasions, bettering his head-to-head record to 5-1 against the Russian.

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If Rafa wins the Indian Wells 2022, it could be his record 37th ATP 1000 title. Also, he will be the oldest player to achieve the same.

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‘Nadal’s Form Will Matter More’ – Chris Evert Cites Rafael Nadal as a Heavy Favorite Over Daniil Medvedev to Clinch Indian Wells 2022 Title

Chris Evert advantages Nadal over Medvedev

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