Rivalry Introduction
Rafael Nadal is an all-time great player and Daniel Medved, not less than him in the past days as he tops in the ATP ranking. They both always give tough competition to their opponents and maintains a splendid game on the court.
Both the professionals have faced each other six times including in the 2019 US Open and the 2022 Australian Open. The Spaniard is popularly known as the king of clay while on the other hand, Medvedev prefers to play on the grass and said he needs more practice on clay surfaces.
Rafael Nadal has won 29 titles in his name and the world no.1 playing hard has won 13 titles so far. Both have their unique gameplay and strategically win over their opponents.
Daniel Medvedev vs Rafael Nadal Stats
| Factor | Daniel Medvedev | Rafael Nadal |
| Age | 26 | 36 |
| Birth Date | February 11, 1996, | June 03, 1986, |
| Nationality | Russian | Spain |
| Weight | 83 kg | 85 Kg |
| Height | 6’6” | 6'1" |
| Turned Pro | 2014 | 2001 |
| Years on Tour | 8 | 21 |
| Plays | Right-handed | Left-Handed |
| Backhand | Two-handed | Two-Handed |
| ATP Ranking | 1 | 7 |
| YTD W/L | 27-10 | 35-3 |
| Career W/L | 249-109 | 1031/209 |
| YTD Titles | 0 | 4 |
| Career Titles | 13 | 89 |
| Career Prize Money | $24,151,740 | $131,338,131 |
Daniel Medvedev vs Rafael Nadal Head-to-Head
| Year | Event | Surface | Winner | Result | |
| 2022 | Acapulco | Outdoor Hard | Rafael Nadal | 6-3 6-3 | |
| 2022 | Australian Open | Outdoor Hard | Rafael Nadal | 26 675 64 64 75 | |
| 2020 | Nitto ATP Finals | Indoor Hard | Daniil Medvedev | 36 764 63 | |
| 2019 | Nitto ATP Finals | Indoor Hard | Rafael Nadal | 673 63 764 | |
| 2019 | US Open | Outdoor Hard | Rafael Nadal | 75 63 57 46 64 | |
| 2019 | ATP Masters 1000 | Outdoor Hard | Rafael Nadal | 6-3 6-0 |
FAQ
What is Nadal’s record over Medvedev?
Nadal has seen a total career victory with 29 titles, while on the other hand Medvedev with just 13 titles.
Medvedev is the world's no.1 tennis player currently as per the ATP records while Nadal is ranked no.3.
Has Medvedev ever beaten Nadal?
Yes, Medvedev has bet Nadal in three sets 3-6, 7-6, 6-3 at the 2020 Nitto ATP Finals in London.
What did Medvedev say about Nadal?
Medvedev at the Australian Open "You [Nadal] raised your level after two sets for your 21st Grand Slam. "I thought you were going to get tired and you did just a little but you still won the match. "You're an amazing champion "praised the Spaniard, Rafael Nadal.
