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Medvedev Beats Zverev 6-3, 6-3 to Reach China Open Semis, Sets Tien Rematch

The former No. 1 signals an uptick under new coach Thomas Johansson by reaching his 60th tour-level semifinal.

Overview

  • Medvedev routed the world No. 3 in straight sets, saving all four break points and winning 86% of first‑serve points for his first Top‑5 hard‑court win since 2023.
  • The victory pushed his lead over Zverev to 14-7 in their rivalry and marked a fifth straight win in the series.
  • He will face unseeded American Learner Tien in the semifinals after Tien advanced when Lorenzo Musetti retired in their quarterfinal.
  • The meeting reprises Tien’s five‑set upset of Medvedev at the Australian Open earlier this year.
  • Medvedev said he was “playing great” as he builds momentum with Johansson, reaching his first semifinal since Halle in June, while reports noted Zverev smashed a racket during the loss.