It’s finally happened for Daniil Medvedev ! The Russian snapped his 882-day title drought in Almaty, claiming his 21st ATP crown. Since winning the 2023 Rome Masters, it’s been a long, frustrating road. He couldn’t close it out at Slams, Masters 1000s, or even 500s. The near-misses piled up in New York, Beijing, Vienna, Melbourne, Indian Wells, and Halle. Now, it’s a sweet relief at this ATP 250. And what changed? Just one big move, a coaching switch that seems to have paid off. But how does Daniil really feel about it?

To catch you up, last month after his first-round exit in New York, Medvedev announced his split with longtime coach Gilles Cervara. The pair spent eight years together, sharing some of the biggest highs of his career, including that unforgettable 2021 US Open win. Their

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