Cerúndolo stuns Medvedev in Miami Masters 1000, reaches last 16 | OneFootball

Francisco Cerúndolo (19th in the ATP rankings) pulled off the surprise of the day at the Miami Masters 1000: he defeated Daniil Medvedev (10th) and advanced to the round of 16.

In a match that started out very much in his favor but then became more evenly balanced, the Argentine prevailed 6-0, 4-6, 7-5 in two hours and 19 minutes.

It was also a special match because of one detail that added extra spice: they had never faced each other before on the tour. Their clash for a place in the round of 16 was the first meeting between the two.

Cerúndolo came into the match against Medvedev full of confidence after beating Thiago Tirante in straight sets and reaching the third round, further confirming his strong form on the tour, where he remains inside the ATP top 20. Across the net was a major opponent, with experience and titles in big tournaments.

Medvedev, a former world No. 1 and current top-10 player, has been one of the standout players in recent weeks, including a final in Indian Wells and a recent title in Dubai, confirming that he is in great form on hard courts.

On one side, the Russian’s solidity from the baseline and power. On the other, the Argentine’s aggression and adaptability, as he looks to pull off an upset against one of the biggest names in the draw.

For Cerúndolo, it is an ideal opportunity to measure himself against the elite and keep taking firm steps forward in big tournaments. For Medvedev, meanwhile, it is a demanding clash against an opponent who is on the rise. A new matchup, with no previous history, but with a lot at stake.

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