Shanghai: Daniil Medvedev struggles against Jan-Lennard Struff (4-6, 3-2)

Russian Daniil Medvedev, world No. 5, began his Shanghai match under tough conditions this Saturday, October 10 at 06:00. Facing him, German Jan-Lennard Struff, world No. 59, immediately imposed his game. The first set ended 6-4 for Struff, who capitalized on Medvedev’s errors to take the lead. The world No. 5, usually solid from the baseline, struggled to set the pace and conceded several breaks.

The second set started more tightly. Medvedev fought back and led 3-2 after saving a break point. Despite a slight comeback, the world No. 5 remains under pressure against a Struff who adapted well to match conditions. Both players showed defensive skills, but it was the German who better seized opportunities.

The rest of the match looks uncertain. Medvedev, known for his ability to fight back, must find a way to turn the tide. Struff, for his part, has already proven he can compete with the best. The Shanghai crowd is in for an intense duel between two very different tennis styles.

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