Daniil Medvedev made an impressive comeback from being two sets down and a break behind to defeat Fabian Marozsan 6-7(5), 4-6, 7-5, 6-0, 6-3 in the third round of the Australian Open. This victory marks Medvedev’s 18th time reaching the fourth round at a Grand Slam in his career, placing him among the top performers since his debut in 2017.
Despite Marozsan’s slower serve, Medvedev strategically positioned himself deep below the baseline, challenging his opponent for nearly four hours. In an on-court interview, Medvedev acknowledged Marozsan’s strong performance and his own determination to fight back, leading to an improved game and eventual success.
During his remarkable comeback, Medvedev secured a crucial break at 5-5 in the third set, shifting the momentum in his favor. The three-time Melbourne finalist went on to win nine consecutive games, sealing the victory after three hours and 43 minutes of intense play, as reported by ATP Tour.
In his upcoming match, the 11th seed Medvedev, who has started the 2026 season with an eight-match winning streak, will face Learner Tien. Tien, who defeated Portugal’s Nuno Borges 7-6(9), 6-4, 6-2, highlighted the competitive history between them, emphasizing their resilience and hard-fought battles on the court.
