Medvedev and Rublev record remarkable feats and contest the decision in Hangzhou

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Before Monday: Hangzhou meets three Russians in the semifinals

The ATP 250 of Hangzhou, China reached the semifinals with three Russians on board. In tournaments at this level, the concentration of athletes from one country usually gives a specific cut to the week: in addition to the title, there are points, confidence and pace for the sequence of the calendar. For the fans that accompanies the men's circuit, it turned Monday's matches into a test of favoritism before the decision.

Monday: two favorites, two straight sets and a final between compatriots

The semi-finals played on Monday confirmed the logic of the role. favourites, Daniil Medvedev and Andrey Rublev won in straight sets and guaranteed the title decision for next Tuesday. Thus, the tournament will have a final between compatriots, scenario that changes the reading of the match: it is not only a confrontation of styles, but also a direct duel for points and status in the season.

Rublev had the least simple path in matchday .[1] Against Frenchman Kyrian Jacquet, he overcame a slow start, regained control of pace and closed in straight sets.[2] The match shows that even with favouritism, the first leg can be enough to stretch the game and demand attention from the favourite.

Medvedev, in turn, advanced without giving up sets, fulfilling the expected script of who arrives as a favorite.

Why Tuesday Matters

For Medvedev and Rublev, the final in Hangzhou represents a chance to close the week with title, points and confidence.

What stage is the tournament in now ?

With three Russians in the semi-finals, two straight set victories on Monday and the final scheduled for next Tuesday, Hangzhou's ATP 250 enters the decisive stage.