Top seed Daniil Medvedev will take on Frenchman Arthur Rinderknech in the second round of the 2022 US Open on Wednesday,
In the first round, Medvedev easily defeated American Stefan Kozlov, winning 6-2, 6-4, 6-0. The Russian first struggled to adjust to his opponent’s unconventional style, but he quickly found his footing. Despite considerable resistance from Kozlov in the second set, Medvedev capitalised on his opportunity by winning the final eight games of the match.
In the opening round, Arthur Rinderknech faced off against his countryman Quentin Halys. The World No. 58 dropped the opening set but improved afterward to triumph 4-6, 7-6(4), 6-3, 6-2. To challenge the No. 1 in the world, Rinderknech will have to play to the limit. He had a strong run up to the US Open, making it to the final of the ATP Challenger Granby in Canada.
Daniil Medvedev vs Arthur Rinderknech Match Details
Tournament: US Open
Date: August 31 2022
Venue: Flushing Meadows, New York, United States
Surface: Hard
Round: Round of 64
Category: Men’s Singles
Prize Money: $60,102,000
Daniil Medvedev vs Arthur Rinderknech Head-to-Head Record
The duo have never faced each other on the tour, so their head-to-head currently stands at 0-0.
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Daniil Medvedev vs Arthur Rinderknech Prediction
This match-up will favor Medvedev as he prefers playing against more defensive-minded opponents. The Russian has no problem being patient before pouncing when the opportunity arises.
Prediction: Medvedev to win in straight sets
Daniil Medvedev Last three performances
- US Open: Round of 128- b. Kozlov 6-2, 6-4, 6-0
- Cincinnati Masters: Semifinal- l. Tsitsipas 6-7(6), 6-3 ,3-6
- Cincinnati Masters: Quarterfinal- b. Fritz 7-6(1), 6-3
Arthur Rinderknech Last three performances
- US Open: Round of 128- b. Halys 4-6, 7-6(4), 6-3, 6-2
- Vancouver Open: Final- l. Lestienne 0-6, 6-4, 3-6
- Vancouver Open: Semifinal- b. Pospisil 6-4, 6-4
Broadcast and Live Stream Details
- US – Tennis Channel
- UK – Tennis TV (live streaming)
- Australia – beIN Sports
- Canada – TSN
- India – Discovery/ Tennis TV
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