A very interesting quarterfinal matchup at the Shanghai Masters will feature the in-form Alex de Minaur against the former champion, Daniil Medvedev.
Head-to-Head
Daniil Medvedev currently leads the overall head-to-head record 7-4.
However, the rivalry has become more competitive, with De Minaur winning two of their last three encounters, including a straight-sets victory earlier this year.
Current form
Alex de Minaur has had a really smooth path to the last eight, cruising through his matches without dropping a set or being pushed to a tiebreaker. His super-consistent play and speed have been a factor for sure and he doesn’t seem to be affected so much by the heat and humidity like other players. De Minaur is having a great season overall, with an impressive 50-18 match record.
Medvedev has had a more challenging journey. While he had straight-set wins in his opening rounds, his last match was a tough three-set battle lasting nearly three hours. He struggled with cramping during that match, a physical concern that has surfaced for him recently in the humid Asian swing conditions.
Predictions for De Minaur vs Medvedev
Medvedev is a former champion in Shanghai and possesses a world-class defensive game and court intelligence. However, even if it wasn’t for the recent struggles and possible fatigue, I think de Minaur is a level up at the moment and he will grind out the win here.
Prediction: De Minaur in two sets.
