Daniil Medvedev's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A closer look at the biggest achievements of Daniil Medvedev. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

Daniil Medvedev is a Russian professional tennis player who has achieved the world No. 1 ranking by the ATP. He has secured 20 ATP Tour-level singles titles, including a Grand Slam title at the 2021 US Open and the 2020 ATP Finals. His aggressive baseline game and mental fortitude have made him a formidable opponent on the court.

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December 2010: First Junior Title

In December 2010, Daniil Medvedev won his first junior title as a qualifier in just his third tournament.

July 2013: Six Junior Titles by July

By July 2013, Daniil Medvedev had won six junior titles, including four consecutive ones, solidifying his presence on the junior circuit.

2018: Most Hard Court Match Wins and Titles

Daniil Medvedev finished 2018 with the most hard court match wins of any player on the ATP Tour (38 wins) and tied for the most titles on hard court tournaments (3 titles).

2018: Sydney International Win

Daniil Medvedev started the 2018 season by qualifying for the Sydney International and winning the final against Alex de Minaur.

2018: First ATP Tour Singles Titles

In 2018, Daniil Medvedev secured his first ATP Tour singles titles, marking a breakthrough in his career.

2018: Second ATP Title at Winston-Salem Open and First ATP 500 Title in Tokyo

In 2018, Daniil Medvedev won his second ATP title at the Winston-Salem Open and his first ATP 500 title in Tokyo, achieving a new career high ranking of No. 22 and becoming the No. 1 player in Russia.

2020: ATP Finals Victory Defeating Top Three Ranked Players

In 2020, Daniil Medvedev won the ATP Finals, becoming the only player to defeat the top three ranked players in the world en route to the year-end championship title.

2020: ATP Finals Win

In 2020, Daniil Medvedev won the ATP Finals, marking one of his significant achievements.

2020: Olympics and Canadian Open Win

In 2020, Medvedev participated in the Summer Olympics and won the Canadian Open.

2021: Davis Cup Title

Daniil Medvedev ended his 2021 season by leading Russia to the Davis Cup title, not dropping a set through his five singles matches.

2021: Defeated Djokovic to win US Open

In 2021, Daniil Medvedev defeated Novak Djokovic in straight sets at the US Open to win his first major title and deny Djokovic the Calendar Grand Slam.

2021: Surpassed Previous Best of Wins

In 2021, Daniil Medvedev finished the year with 67 wins, surpassing his previous best of 63 wins.

2021: US Open Win and Grand Slam Denial

In 2021, Daniil Medvedev won the US Open against Novak Djokovic, claiming his first major title and preventing Djokovic from achieving the Grand Slam.

March 2023: Dubai Title and Top 6 Ranking

In March 2023, Medvedev won the title in Dubai, securing his 18th title overall and becoming the first man in the Open Era to win titles in 18 different cities. He moved back to world No. 6 on 6 March 2023.

April 2023: Miami Open Title and Top 4 Ranking

On 3 April 2023, Medvedev won his 19th title in Miami, achieving victories against multiple seeded players, and moved to world No. 4 in the rankings.

May 2023: Returned to world No. 2

In May 2023, Daniil Medvedev won his first clay title defeating Holger Rune, having won 20 titles in 20 different cities. As a result, he returned to world No. 2 in the singles rankings.

2023: Medvedev won a Masters title at the Italian Open

In 2023, Medvedev managed to get more comfortable with clay and adjust to the surface, achieving solid results on the surface including a Masters title at the Italian Open.

2023: Return to Form and Top 5 Ranking

In early 2023, Daniil Medvedev returned to form, reaching two more major finals and returning to the top 5 in rankings.

2025: Returned to the Top 10

In 2025, Daniil Medvedev returned to the top 10 at No. 9, despite a first round loss at the French Open.

2025: Reached 300th Hardcourt Win

In 2025, at the Qatar ExxonMobil Open, Daniil Medvedev recorded his 300th hardcourt win over Zizou Bergs, becoming the second man born in 1990 or later to reach that milestone, after Grigor Dimitrov.