Alexei Popyrin Stuns Daniil Medvedev in Paris Masters Thriller

Alexei Popyrin, overcoming a tense battle, defeated fourth-seeded Daniil Medvedev at the Paris Masters. The match was marked by numerous errors, yet Popyrin seized victory in a thrilling decider. The Australian player converted a match point following a double fault from Medvedev, marking a significant career win.

In a surprising turn of events at the Paris Masters, Alexei Popyrin defeated fourth-seeded Daniil Medvedev in an intense three-set match. The Australian player showed resilience, overcoming previous losses to his Russian counterpart.

The match featured a staggering 86 unforced errors, reflecting the pressure both players faced under the roof of the Palais Omnisports. Medvedev fought back from a 4-1 deficit in the final set, but Popyrin's aggressive play in the tiebreaker proved decisive.

Capitalizing on a crucial double fault from Medvedev, Popyrin clinched his victory, advancing to the next round and solidifying his standing on the international tennis stage. Meanwhile, French wild card Arthur Rinderknech also secured his spot in the third round with a close win over Alex Michelsen.

(With inputs from agencies.)