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Novak Djokovic returns to world number one after losing to Daniil Medvedev

Novak Djokovic returns to world number one after losing to Daniil Medvedev

There is nothing weirder than that.

In February, Daniil Medvedev reached number one in the ATP rankings due to Novak Djokovic in the quarter-finals in Dubai He suffered a completely surprising defeat to Jerry Vesely. The Serb stressed at the time that the change of guard was “very deserved.” About three weeks later, Medvedev unexpectedly missed out against Gaël Monfils in the third round of Indian Wells – again leading to a casting at the top.
The Indian Wells Masters Event But they both imagined it completely differently – albeit for different reasons.

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The Russians wanted to put it as Number one in the ATP rating Backed by winning the championship, the Serb hoped to participate until the end. They both got it wrong.

Monfils frustrates Medvedev

Medvedev was already disappointed with Gael Monfils in the third round. The French turned the match against US Open and surprisingly won 4:6, 6:3, 6:1 Across.

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Djokovic, who claims to have not been vaccinated against the coronavirus, got it No entry permit to the United States. “Since the COVID rules are constantly being adjusted, I wanted to see if anything changed,” explained the 20-time Grand Slam winner, who was initially on the Indian Wells board but eventually couldn’t compete.

This will also be the case at the Masters Tournament, which will then take place directly in Miami.

Medvedev’s lead over Djokovic is not enough

After all, Medvedev’s fatal mistake brings him back to the top, at least temporarily. The 26-year-old is losing 205 ATP points due to an early exit, but the lead over Djokovic is only 150 points. On the other hand, the Serbian last participated in Indian Wells in 2019 and that is why he will not lose any points this year despite his absence.

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From March 21, Djokovic’s name will once again appear at number one – just as it has for the 361 weeks since 2011. Record that the exceptional player from Belgrade will now expand in his absence.

However, how well the veteran player is firmly on the throne is due to the limited selection of the tournament for Djokovic, who The fluctuations of Medvedev and Alexander Zverev’s performances And the incredible biography of Rafael Nadal, which is unpredictable.

Hanin: “It is difficult to judge the balance of power”

“Right now, there seems to be a bit of a lack of clarity at the top for the guys,” said the tennis legend. Justin Henin in an exclusive interview with Eurosport. “It is difficult to assess the balance of power. A very exciting stage. Who can say what will happen in the next few months?”

The fact that this question cannot be answered at the moment creates a whole new tension in the ATP round…

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