Sport · Singapore Bureau
Medvedev dominates Gaston to advance at US Open
Former champion Daniil Medvedev dispatched France's Hugo Gaston in straight sets at the US Open on Sunday, signalling his intent to recapture the title he won two years ago. The Russian's commanding performance at Arthur Ashe Stadium marks a stark contrast to his troubled campaign at Flushing Meadows last year.
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Medvedev swept past Gaston 6-4 6-2 6-4 in a clinical display of aggressive tennis, wasting little time in securing his passage to the second round of the year's final Grand Slam. The 28-year-old's authoritative performance underscored his determination to mount a serious challenge for the trophy at a venue where he has tasted success before.
The former world number one, who captured the US Open title in 2021, looked sharp throughout the opening round encounter, dominating rallies and dictating play from the baseline. Gaston, ranked 80th in the world, proved unable to mount sustained resistance against Medvedev's relentless assault, managing just 10 games across the three sets.
For Medvedev, the victory provides an encouraging start to a tournament where consistency and momentum will prove crucial. His clinical progression suggests he has put behind him the disappointments of recent seasons and arrives in New York with renewed focus and sharpness.