Dimitrov discusses the difficulty of the one-handed backhand and shares his view on the ATP rankings: "I couldn't care less..."
A finalist in 2024, Dimitrov is currently performing well in the 2025 edition of the Miami Masters 1000.
Having secured a spot in the round of 16, the Bulgarian defeated Khachanov in the previous round (6-7, 6-4, 7-5).
In an interview with Tennis Channel, the 33-year-old player reflected on the challenges of the one-handed backhand:
"I’ve always played with a single pattern because I have a one-handed backhand. I’m used to dealing with that difference.
A tennis player always has to adapt and adjust different things, so I completely understand players who bet on making changes at some point in their careers.
Players always tend to seek improvement, to explore something new. My string pattern has been 18-18 for a long time.
I’m a player who needs to have that constant feel between the ball and the racket, so that’s what works for me."
Regarding the points he’s defending in Miami, the world No. 15 explained his perspective on the matter:
"For my part, I decided a long time ago not to pay much attention to these things. I prefer to focus on my game and take it day by day with more freedom.
I couldn’t care less if I lose points—what interests me is how I feel on the court. If I compare those two feelings, the one that truly matters to me is the second."
Dimitrov will face Nakashima in the round of 16.
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