What Makes Daniil Medvedev So Dangerous? 

His court coverage and agility for somebody his height is by far the most remarkable part of his game if you ask me. Nobody that tall should move that well.

Medvedev is the first tall guy (6'5, 6'6+) where I feel like there's no asterisk next to his movement. Usually people say "quick for big guy". Medvedev is just outrageously fast, full stop.

He’s extremely confident in a humble way as he KNOWS himself and the game just like the Big 3 also do. It’s a mental game to him and he’s SMARTER than most other top players because he doesn’t really ONLY on the physical and power of his strokes (even though they’re amazing too)

As stated by many already his style is unorthodox, perhaps to some even a negative approach. I myself find his playstyle elegant and clean, very much a perfect counterpuncher in the vein of Djokovic but with a very unique twist. He's an intriguing figure in the top of tennis, plus he gives the best interviews by far. He's a very straight up and honest bloke, quite likable. He's got a few more slams in him I reckon.

I usually go for traditional styles but theres something I enjoy about Medvedev. He really does seem like an octopus chessmaster with the different ways he hits the ball and moves. It makes one uncomfortable and gets in the head of others. I also enjoy how he is able to win the crowd too somehow lol. Hes a funny dark horse and is so fun to watch

I love to think about Daniil as the Waluigi of the circuit (in a good hearted way). Similar constitution, unorthodox technique that feels often as if he was an amateur... But always finds a way to win the point and turn defensive stances into lethal offenses with ease. It can be funny or weird to watch from outside, but the more you learn about tennis, the more impressive this guy becomes

Quickness is more about the mind than the body. He always thinks about the things that might happen next, after his shot. So he is ready and he reacts quickly. And he also has that long legs and arms to reach everytning in sight. More importantly he has the will to do this.

That's why they call him Octopus 🐙, he's a long-limbed, intelligent creature.

There is nobody who frecuently produces winners from so far off the court like Medvedev does. He is amazing.

I'm amazed that I don't even find his playing that spectacular, but still very beautiful and enjoy it. A way of playing is definitely unique and has its own specific character.

Actually for a squash player his style is nothing unusual - he has a great control of where the ball will hit, aiming close to the line or corners. Also, he is running to each point, this is what you learn in squash - you have to try and chase every ball, you will be surprised what balls you can get if you chase every ball. Being able to serve acute angles from any position and using the whole field is also very squash-like. Tennis for a long time was missing those "simple" squash techniques.

Medvedev’s on court intelligence is what stands out the most to me.

He is genuine to his emotions, that's his biggest strength outside all other play related abilities.

My respect for Medvedev grew even more after his win over Eubanks in Wimbledon. Eubanks was like the player to beat. He was overmatching every opponent until he faced Medvedev. Medvedev made Eubanks look like a player of much inferior level which is not the truth.

When you look at Meddy with his huge height and such a skinny body constitution, look at his movement or how he is running or just walking you could think that he has a lethal decease. But his ridiculous speed, defense skills and powerfull baseline game are just unreal.

He is my favorite since he was ATP ranking 52. ;) and until now and will be forever

Unfortunate timing for this video, but still, as a big Med fan thanks! Cheers from the USA!

I like Medvedev!! A very genuine person off court and on court!! WYSIWYG ❤

His my favourite of his generation 💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻

Thank you so much for a great reviews.

After federer medvedev is someone i love to watch not just for how he plays but the amazing personality that he has 😇

Great video! Thank you

His mind creates multiple possibilities

Medvedev game is quite simple: 1) he hits back with a tenacity of a jackhammer, making very few mistakes and maintaining rally tirelessly. 2) his serve may not be super fast but his placement is superb, often hitting o T or very wide 3) he have a big reach, making hard to pass him or lob him. 4) either his opponent misses or shorten the ball to him. 5) to beat him you’re going need to be very offensive and have all weapons on your arsenal sharp. ( like Federer or alcaraz)

A big server who loves to grind from the baseline is such a rare combination.

this channel is lit, true contender for the top spot for RU-vid Tennis Channels!

Other than his movement being an easy thing to love it's the way Med reads the game and anticipates players and their patterns. It's right up their with the big four. Good video, small critique - I think you could put more effort into better name pronunciation. ISner not Eyesner, Daneel not Daniel

I think his contact point is the crux of his game. He takes the ball at its apex but with his height he still plays the ball at waist height but can hit flat. It’s like normal height players playing with a reduced height net, you can hit the flat ball much harder.

His placement is outstand.. The man is a human ball machine.

What amazes me is his prediction of what’s going to be on Tennis TV😂

Medvedev is proof that technique is not the most important skill to have in tennis. So what is? TIMING. you can have all the technical elements in the world but if you lack timing, you wont be a good player

What surprises me is that you use meters but then use miles for speed and not kms.

He is one of a kind - know any other "5 meter behind the baseline counter puncher"?😆

great video

Great video ,Medvedev is awsome !

His most underrated ability is his speed

I root for Medvedev as long as his appointment isn't a Canadian since I have to go for my country. It was Federer and Nadal but now with Federer retired and Nadals future up in the air my favorite is Medvedev. It's hard to pin point one thing that stands out for me. I guess it could be him all over the court and the shots he wins cuz of it.

His defence.. he can return any ball..

Only Carlos Alcaraz could beat his style convincingly with his clinical drop shot technique

Smart man…

alcaraz's drop shots just gave him a lesson for standing too far behind the baseline

I think he is great

Well.. he’s a specialist

you commented the Big 4. There is no Big 4. Love Wawrinka, but he only won three, compared to the 20's of the others.

Medvedevs looks, playing style demeanor etc reminds me of the slovak player of the 80's i.e. Miloslav Mečíř 🙂.

Serve ..🔥🔥🔥

Tennis players have the catchiest names.

Well, Carlitos taught him a lesson in Indian Wells to stand far away behind the baseline.

The meds that Medsvedev is on give him an edge.

Funny thing about Medvedev is that he moves well but can look awkward.

4 titles ,one final loss ,on 5 tournaments and counting 21-1 record W/L...Medi "the octapus" is the man !!!

How did Alcaraz take him out so easily at Indian Wells?

eye-sner

MEDVEDEV HAS A INTERSTING STYLE. HE PLAY FAR FROM THE BOTTON LINE, IT MAKE EASY GO TO ALL SHOTS, AND THE ONLY DIFFICULT IS BE FAST TO CATCH A DROP BALL ON NET!!! IT'S WORKING WELL!!!

Is ner not eye sner

Underestimation from others !!!

🐻is clever i intellectual …a class young sportman….( let us be clear, Iam not aRusian🤣🤣)

Danger rus

Vid lacks all credibility when you stated he served in the 135-145 KPH

Got badly beaten up by Alcaraz !

Medvedev is the most unorthodox player of all time imo

haha he won rome and went to US open final. medvedev isn't backing down anytime soon

More alcaraz videos please

Meddy is an enigma. He's not the most naturally gifted player, his counter-punching game style is boring and yet his personality is exciting, he's a wall, he's an octopus, he's a meme... but I find his will to win and mental game most impressive. There have been several times when I thought there's no way he's winning with his game and he does - he had no business winning Rome!!! 🤣 He's willed himself to the top of the game like Joe Rogan willed himself to be a good comedian. But now he's hitting a wall called Jannlitos and he's getting exposed so let's see what happens.

dangerous? that an exaggeration for someone who never win any grand slams yet !!! 😅😅

And he has literally no power on his forehand

Poor man's version of Safin?

western grip? Totaly wrong

Unplayable? Alcaraz begs to differ

Lol he is 1-4 in head2head versus Kyrgios

Nadal destroyed Medvedev

Dangerous? What's wrong with "good"?

He's not a serb lmao what research..

Carlos beats him He ain't too dangerous. Just players not playing top level at covering the court at the net

he dangerous cause he from russia