Daniil Medvedev opened his US Open campaign with an emphatic straight-sets win over France’s Hugo Gaston on Sunday, easing into the second round at Flushing Meadows. The Russian, a former champion in New York, showed little mercy as he dispatched his opponent in three quick sets.
Match Summary
From the first game, Medvedev set the tone with aggressive baseline play and precise serving. Gaston, known for his crafty drop shots and variety, struggled to find answers against the relentless depth and pace from the Russian’s groundstrokes. Medvedev broke early in each set and never looked back, sealing the match in just over two hours.
Key Moments
- Medvedev won 85% of his first-serve points, putting consistent pressure on Gaston’s return game.
- The Frenchman saved several break points in the second set but could not sustain his resistance against Medvedev’s relentless consistency.
- A single break in the third set proved enough for Medvedev to close out the match with a commanding service hold.
Looking Ahead
With this victory, Medvedev advances to the second round, where he will face a qualifier or a wildcard entrant. The Russian, who has reached the final at Flushing Meadows twice, will be eager to build momentum as he targets another deep run in the season’s final Grand Slam.
Gaston, meanwhile, exits the tournament but can take positives from his fighting spirit, particularly in the second set where he pushed Medvedev to deuce on multiple occasions.