Medvedev returns to world Top 10: what Halle final means for tennis rankings

Daniil Medvedev's hard-fought semifinal win over Alexander Zverev not only extended his dominance in their rivalry but also guarantees his return to the elite Top 10 on Monday. The upcoming final against Alexander Bublik could further cement his resurgence in the tennis world after a 15-month final drought.

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Daniil Medvedev's victory over Alexander Zverev at the Terra Wortmann Open in Halle marks a significant milestone, as he reached his first final in 15 months and secured a return to the ATP Top 10 rankings.

The intense match lasted nearly three hours, with Medvedev winning 7-6 (7/3), 6-7 (1/7), 6-4 in a gripping baseline battle. This win extends Medvedev's lead in their head-to-head series to 13-7, marking his fourth consecutive victory over Zverev.

Medvedev reflected on his performance, saying, "I am happy with my level, I played great. I would have loved to finish on the match points. The first one I went for it and missed it. The second one I went a bit slower to wait for a mistake and he made a great point. I am happy to win in the end."

This final appearance is Medvedev's first since March 2024, when he lost to Carlos Alcaraz at Indian Wells. He is now poised to compete for his 21st tour-level title, his first since winning in Rome in May 2023.

Awaiting Medvedev in the final is Alexander Bublik, the 2023 Halle champion, who defeated Karen Khachanov in a tough semifinal. Bublik fired 18 aces in his 4-6, 7-6 (5), 6-4 victory.

Regardless of the final outcome, Medvedev's triumph ensures his return to the world's top 10 on Monday, a boost for the Russian player who last defeated a Top 3 opponent nearly a year ago at Wimbledon.

This win not only revitalizes Medvedev's ranking but also signals his continued competitiveness at the highest level of men's tennis.
Sources: Times of IndiaATP Tour
Daniil Medvedev defeated Alexander Zverev in a nearly three-hour match at the Halle Open, reaching his first final in 15 months. The win guarantees Medvedev a return to the ATP Top 10, where he will face Alexander Bublik or Karen Khachanov for his 21st tour title.
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The Headline

Medvedev wins Halle semifinal, advances to final and Top 10

Key Facts
  • Daniil Medvedev triumphed over Alexander Zverev in the Halle Open semifinal with scores 7-6 (7/3), 6-7 (3/7), 6-4 after an exceptional baseline battle lasting just under three hours.Times of IndiaATP Tour
  • Medvedev extended his lead to 13-7 in their head-to-head series against Zverev, marking his fourth consecutive win over the German player.ATP Tour2
  • Medvedev will face Alexander Bublik in the Halle final, who is aiming for his equal-biggest career title and defeated Karen Khachanov 4-6, 7-6 (5), 6-4 in the other semifinal.ATP Tour3Tennis
  • Medvedev is set to return to the world's Top 10 rankings on Monday regardless of the final outcome at Halle.1
Daniil Medvedev triumphed over Alexander Zverev in Halle, securing his first final appearance since March.
Times of India
Times of India
Daniil Medvedev advanced to his first final in 15 months on Saturday, when he overcame long-time rival Alexander Zverev 7-6(3), 6-7(1), 6-4 at the Terra Wortmann Open in Halle.
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ATP Tour
I am happy with my level, I played great. I would have loved to finish on the match points. The first one I went for it and missed it. The second one I went a bit slower to wait for a mistake and he made a great point. I am happy to win in the end.
Hindustan Times
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Whatever the outcome of the final, Medvedev will return to the world's top 10 on Monday.
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His victory over the world No. 3 was his first win over a Top 3 player in almost a year, since beating a No. 1-ranked Jannik Sinner in the quarterfinals of Wimbledon last year, and he's now through to his first final in 15 months, since Indian Wells last year.
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Key Stats at a Glance
Match score
7-6 (7/3), 6-7 (3/7), 6-4
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Head-to-head record vs Zverev
13-7
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Return to Top 10 rankings
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Background Context

Medvedev's recent form and last Top 3 win

Key Facts
  • Medvedev last reached a final in March 2024, when he lost to Carlos Alcaraz in Indian Wells, marking a 15-month gap before this Halle final appearance.ATP TourTimes of India
  • Medvedev's last win over a Top 3 player was nearly a year ago, when he defeated world No. 1 Jannik Sinner in the Wimbledon quarterfinals.Tennis1
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