Medvedev Hopes Daughter Prefers Clay Over Hard Courts

Daniil Medvedev, the former world No. 1, has expressed his desire for his daughter, Alisa, to develop a preference for clay courts over hard courts. Medvedev, who has struggled on clay throughout his career, joked that he would be content if Alisa enjoyed the surface more than he does.

Despite Alisa's popularity on social media, Medvedev is not rushing her into tennis. He believes it is crucial to allow her to explore her interests and develop her own passions. However, he acknowledges that she enjoys playing with a small racquet and kicking balls.

Medvedev credits his wife, Daria, for spending most of her time with Alisa while he is away on tour. He admits that Alisa is more relaxed and easygoing with him, while she exhibits a stronger personality with her mother.

Reflecting on his own childhood, Medvedev acknowledges that he may not have chosen tennis if he had been given the option at the age of 10. He emphasizes the importance of parental guidance and support in shaping his career path.

Despite his past struggles on clay, Medvedev has shown improvement this season. He has reached the third round of Roland Garros for only the third time in eight appearances. He attributes this success to the increased competitiveness of the men's draw, which has made it more difficult for top players to dominate.

Medvedev's next opponent will be either No. 31 seed Mariano Navone or Tomas Machac, who recently defeated Novak Djokovic. Medvedev remains cautious but is optimistic about his chances of advancing further in the tournament.

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