Follow usIn a thrilling quarter-final match on Wednesday, third-seeded Daniil Medvedev had to tap into his inner reserves to overcome Hubert Hurkacz with a 7-6(4), 2-6, 6-3, 5-7, 6-4 victory, earning a spot in the Australian Open semi-finals for the third time.
The Russian, who had previously been a runner-up twice at Melbourne Park, engaged in a nearly four-hour-long battle against the formidable Pole on Rod Laver Arena. Medvedev’s resilience paid off as he secured the win, setting the stage for a semi-final clash with either Carlos Alcaraz or Alexander Zverev. Hurkacz, the ninth seed, displaying commendable effort in only his second Grand Slam quarter-final, twice rallied from a set down, putting up a strong fight and making Medvedev work tirelessly for every point.
The former U.S. Open champion, despite grumbling and showing visible frustration on the court, saved 10 of the 15 break points he faced during the intense contest. Ultimately, Medvedev sealed his place in his eighth Grand Slam semi-final with a delicately executed drop shot.
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