Overview

• Jannik Sinner defeated Ben Shelton 6-4, 7-6 (1) to avenge his previous year's loss at the same stage of the Shanghai Masters.
• Daniil Medvedev overcame Stefanos Tsitsipas 7-6 (3), 6-3 to progress to the quarterfinals, marking their 14th career meeting.
• Sinner and Medvedev have faced each other 13 times, with Medvedev leading their head-to-head series 7-6.
• Both players have shown strong performances in recent tournaments, with Sinner winning three of their four encounters this season.
• Medvedev, a former Shanghai Masters champion, is dealing with a minor shoulder issue but remains competitive.