Daniil Medvedev vs Alex De Minaur: Ninth Time's the Charm?
Two of the most promising young players in men's tennis, Daniil Medvedev and Alex De Minaur, will face off for the ninth time in their careers when they meet in the semi-finals of the Beijing Open.
Head-to-Head Record
Medvedev holds a 5-3 advantage in their head-to-head meetings, including a victory in their most recent encounter at the US Open. However, De Minaur has won two of their three encounters on hard courts, the surface that will be used in Beijing.
Prediction
Both players are coming into the match in good form. Medvedev has won two titles this season, including the US Open, while De Minaur has reached the quarter-finals or better in his last three tournaments. On paper, Medvedev is the favorite, but De Minaur has shown that he can compete with the best players in the world on hard courts.
Ultimately, the match could come down to who can handle the pressure of the big stage. Medvedev has been in this position before, while De Minaur is still looking for his first major title. If De Minaur can play with the same freedom that he has shown in recent weeks, he could pull off an upset. But Medvedev's experience and consistency should see him through to the final.
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