‘Same Thing Happens If You Play Against Roger Federer’: Aslan Karatsev Addresses Daniil Medvedev’s Problems Against Rafael Nadal
Follow Us
World No. 2 Daniil Medvedev lost the Australian Open 2022 final to Rafael Nadal. Consequently, Nadal became the first male player in the open era to win 21 Grand Slam titles, making history. Medvedev, however, lost his chance to win his second Grand Slam and become the first player ever to win his second slam immediately after winning his first.
After the match, Daniil was vocal about the behavior of the crowd, which he vehemently opposed for favoring Nadal the way they did. Now, World No. 15 Aslan Karatsev has voiced his opinion on his compatriot Medvedev’s complaints regarding the crowd.
ADVERTISEMENT
Article continues below this ad
Daniil Medvedev demanding crowd support doesn’t make sense to Karatsev
Daniil Medvedev has been quite vocal with his dejection about the crowd’s clear favoritism for Rafael Nadal in the Australian Open 2022 final. In fact, he even said that it has ceased his excitement to play at the biggest platforms in tennis.
However, his compatriot Aslan Karatsev has some advice for the World No. 2. According to Karatsev, “it is pretty normal” for crowds to support Rafael Nadal.
Trending
What Does Danielle Collins’ Boyfriend Do? Everything to Know about Their Lowkey Relationship
February 15, 2024 11:39 AM EST
‘I’m Sick of That’ – Danielle Collins Gets Defensive at the Mere Mention of Her Parents’ Absence at Miami Open
March 27, 2024 05:03 PM EDT
Miami Open 2024: Prize Money Breakdown, Winner’s Pay-check, and More
March 20, 2024 07:58 AM EDT
Does Danielle Collins Have a Coach? Everything to Know About Her Quirky Equation With Jared Jacobs
March 29, 2024 02:35 AM EDT
Miami Open: Hawk-Eye Baffles Victoria Azarenka as She Reacts in Shock to Elena Rybakina’s Sheer Luck
March 28, 2024 09:43 PM EDT
Get instantly notified of the hottest Tennis stories via Google! Click on Follow Us and Tap the Blue Star.
Follow Us
After all, the Spanish legend “made his comeback and didn’t play for almost half a year.” Thus, “of course, fans would support him (Rafa),” Aslan stated, matter-of-factly.
"The kid stopped dreaming: the story of Daniil Medvedev" pic.twitter.com/6x4jxhTurx
— Lorenzo Ercoli (@Ladal17) January 30, 2022
Moreover, he said that “the same thing happens if you play against Roger (Federer),” too. Thus, even though fans trying to distract him during his serve can be off-putting, “sooner or later, Daniil will realize that and move on,” the Russian World No. 15 advised.
In fact, Karatsev also mentioned how he went through something similar. Nevertheless, the crowd favoring your opponent does not mean that a player begins to demand their support.
Why Is Daniil Medvedev Called the “Chess Player” in Tennis?
Addressing Daniil Medvedev’s behavior, Karatsev stated that a player cannot tell the fans, “c’mon, you support me”. “That would not make sense,” the top seed at the Maharashtra Open said.
Rafael Nadal has no advice for Medvedev
When asked about his opinion or advice for his finalist opponent regarding his dejection, Rafael Nadal stated that he had no words of advice for Daniil.
ADVERTISEMENT
Article continues below this ad
Nadal believes the Russian is smart enough and doesn’t need any advice. Moreover, he also said that he “felt sorry” about the way the crowd was clearly in his own favor.
Nevertheless, Nadal expressed his belief in Medvedev and stated that soon enough, the crowds all over the world will cheer for him and want him to win every match.
ADVERTISEMENT
Article continues below this ad
Do you agree with Karatsev and Nadal?
WATCH THIS STORY: 5 Rafael Nadal Shots That Made Commentators Go Wild at Australian Open 2022