Richard Pagliaro | @Tennis_Now | Sunday, November 10, 2024
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struggling to finish what he started Daniil Medvedev I’m looking forward to the end of the year.
A frustrated Medvedev was penalized a point for unsportsmanlike conduct after smashing his racket and breaking a courtside microphone during a 6-4, 6-3 loss. taylor fritz At the ATP Finals.
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Afterwards, Medvedev said fatigue from the long season, frustration with Dunlop’s heavy balls and anger over Fritz’s forehand being knocked down while trying to stop a crucial service break in the second set had all drained the enjoyment. Playing today.
“Gong makes it possible for anyone to do it. [play long rallies] now. “I’m not surprised at all,” Medvedev said. “I’ve had this every day since two or three years.” Every practice is a struggle. Every match is a struggle.
“I held on for a long time, but now I don’t feel any joy in being on the court.”
Medvedev, who lost the first set with three consecutive double faults, was philosophical in his defeat.
“I always fight. As I said, I have been fighting against not relying on myself for a long time,” Medvedev said. “I’m a good fighter. I’m still four in the world. If Taylor plays well here, I might be five. Still pretty good. I’m sure a lot of guys will like it.
“But now I’m tired of fighting. I’m tired of fighting and not relying on myself. We’ll see how it goes. Actually, I had my chance today. I’ll try to do that in the next game. …If it doesn’t work out, I’m going on vacation.”
