Medvedev Overcomes Mannarino to Reach Quarterfinals in ’s-Hertogenbosch

The grass season is off to a positive start for Daniil Medvedev, who faced Adrian Mannarino in his opening match at ’s-Hertogenbosch.

The Russian, currently ranked 11th in the world, is the tournament’s top seed. Despite a tough battle, he upheld his status by winning 7-6, 6-4 in 2 hours and 5 minutes. Despite committing 39 unforced errors, he relied on his strong serve, firing 9 aces and winning 82% of points behind his first serve.

Now through to the quarterfinals on Dutch grass, Medvedev will face Reilly Opelka. The big-serving American, a lucky loser, has successively defeated Jesper De Jong and Nicolas Jarry.