Take out the popcorn! A little less than two months after the final of the US Open, where Daniil Medvedev, world No.2, 25, deprived No.1 Novak Djokovic, 34, of a double date with the legend ( 21st Major and Grand Slam calendar), the two best players in the world face each other this Sunday afternoon at the Central of the Accor Arena. Bercy carbon copy of New York, a first since the creation of the ATP Tour in 1990.
For Medvedev, it will be about keeping the tree that serves as a reward for the winner, conquered for the first time last year. Djokovic, he aims to plant a sixth in an already abundantly stocked trophy garden. The New York scar is alive, but the Serbian is already free of a weight. His victory over Hurkacz on Saturday ensured him a seventh career season at the top of tennis. Better than Sampras.
“It’s a huge relief,” he breathes. I am grateful to be in this position once again, to make history. It gives me lots of positive emotions. It’s an incredible feeling, and I’m very proud of it. I try to keep in mind that I am in a unique position. It is sometimes difficult to realize the magnitude of his exploits, not just for me, but for the sport in general, because I am still a player in full practice. “
