Date and Event
The match happened on January 24, 2024, at the Australian Open in Melbourne.
It was a quarter-final match.
Players and Seeds
Daniil Medvedev, the third seed, played against Hubert Hurkacz, the ninth seed.
Match Duration and Location
The match lasted almost four hours.
It took place on Rod Laver Arena.
Match Scores
Medvedev won the match with scores of 7-6(4), 2-6, 6-3, 5-7, 6-4.
Player Background
Medvedev, a former U.S. Open champion, had reached the finals twice at Melbourne Park before.
Hurkacz, the ninth seed, had to come from behind twice during the match.
Medvedev’s Performance
He used delicate drop shots.
Despite grizzling and moaning, he secured a place in the semi-finals.
Displayed exhaustion after the match and mentioned the challenge of playing against Hurkacz.
Hurkacz’s Efforts
Despite having a winning record against Medvedev, he couldn’t secure the win.
Hurkacz made Medvedev work hard for every point.
He twice came from a set down.
Medvedev’s Strategy
Emphasized the importance of seizing small chances in the match.
Showcased volleying skills at the net.
Match Dynamics
Both players were solid on their first serves but vulnerable on their second serves.
The match featured shifts in momentum with both players breaking each other’s serves.
Set Highlights
Medvedev won the first set in a tiebreak.
Hurkacz came back strong in the second set.
Medvedev took a 3-0 lead in the third set.
Hurkacz fought back in the fourth set, forcing a decider.
Crucial Moment
Medvedev secured a crucial break in the decider, ultimately winning the match in five sets.
Player Comments
Medvedev described the match as tough but expressed happiness at reaching the semi-finals.
Hurkacz acknowledged the positives from his run but admitted Medvedev was too good on crucial points.