Aslan Karatsev is set to compete in the Round of 16 in the ongoing Maharashtra Open, in Pune,&nbsp;on Thursday (February 03). Ahead of his match versus Swedish player Elias Ymer, Alsan spilled the beans on the high-voltage Australian Open men's singles final between his compatriot Russia's Daniil Medvedev and Spaniard Rafael Nadal. In a marquee clash at the Melbourne Park, Australia, on Sunday (January 30), Nadal came from behind in a historic fashion to triumph over World No. 2 Medvedev, winning 2-6, 6-7 (5-7), 6-4, 6-4, 7-5.

During the mega finale, Medvedev made heads turn as he wasn't backed enough by the relentless Aussie crowd at Melbourne Park. The Russian did impress with his style of play and composure throughout the course of the tournament Down Under, however, didn't manage to win enough fans. The Russain was pretty vocal of the lack of support during post-match pressers in the tournamment.

To this, Karatsev told Wion Sports' Editor Digvijay Singh Deo in an exclusive chat, "Ofcourse fans love the Big Three. I played against Andy Murray in Sydney (International), all the crowd support was with him. They have done a lot for our sport so it is obvious....It was just a short period of time that he was sad, later he (Medvedev) realised it. Plus, Nadal was coming back from injury, having not played for almost half a year,&nbsp;so fans' support was sure to be with him.."

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The 28-year-old Russian player Karatsev, who was knocked out in the third round of Aus Open 2022, has&nbsp; had a rollercoaster ride since turning into a professional in 2011. His breakthrough moment came at the 2021 Aus Open, reaching the semi-finals (where he lost to Novak Djokovic). With this, he became the first player to reach a Grand Slam semi-final on his main draw debut. He has won the ATP Cup and Davis Cup with Russia as well as an Olympic silver medal as the youngster is on course for gaining many more accolades.

Revealing why he opted to feature in India's only ATP Tour Event, where he is top seed, Aslan said, "Basically, I played the tournament in Australia. I played in Sydney and straight away in Aus Open. It is a good opportunity to play here. Here I am top-seed but there are a lot of good players&nbsp;so I've to be ready to compete and be at my best."

Karatsev, who is enjoying a career-high ranking of No.15 in the world currently, is raring to go the distance in the Maharashtra Open, to join an elite list of champions such as Stan Wawrinka, Carlos Moya, Marin Cilic, etc.

The Russian had&nbsp;tried to feature in the Pune main draw in 2020.&nbsp;Back then, he lost his qualifying opener at the tournament. Thus, Aslan will be eager to go the distance in the top event this time around.

Aslan Karatsev is set to compete in the Round of 16 in the ongoing Maharashtra Open, in Pune, on Thursday (February 03). Ahead of his match versus Swedish player Elias Ymer, Alsan spilled the beans on the high-voltage Australian Open men's singles final between his compatriot Russia's Daniil Medvedev and Spaniard Rafael Nadal.

Aslan Karatsev is set to compete in the Round of 16 in the ongoing Maharashtra Open, in Pune, on Thursday (February 03). Ahead of his match versus Swedish player Elias Ymer, Alsan spilled the beans on the high-voltage Australian Open men's singles final between his compatriot Russia's Daniil Medvedev and Spaniard Rafael Nadal. In a marquee clash at the Melbourne Park, Australia, on Sunday (January 30), Nadal came from behind in a historic fashion to triumph over World No. 2 Medvedev, winning 2-6, 6-7 (5-7), 6-4, 6-4, 7-5. During the mega finale, Medvedev made heads turn as he wasn't backed enough by the relentless Aussie crowd at Melbourne Park. The Russian did impress with his style of play and composure throughout the course of the tournament Down Under, however, didn't manage to win enough fans. The Russain was pretty vocal of the lack of support during post-match pressers in the tournamment. To this, Karatsev told Wion Sports' Editor Digvijay Singh Deo in an exclusive chat, "Ofcourse fans love the Big Three. I played against Andy Murray in Sydney (International), all the crowd support was with him. They have done a lot for our sport so it is obvious....It was just a short period of time that he was sad, later he (Medvedev) realised it. Plus, Nadal was coming back from injury, having not played for almost half a year, so fans' support was sure to be with him.." ALSO READ | EXCLUSIVE | Aus Open 2022: Rafael Nadal is G.O.A.T, he's like a Jekyll of Hyde, says Indian coach Nandan Bal × ALSO READ | EXCLUSIVE | Christian Horner opens up on Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, Max Verstappen vs Lewis Hamilton rivalry The 28-year-old Russian player Karatsev, who was knocked out in the third round of Aus Open 2022, has had a rollercoaster ride since turning into a professional in 2011. His breakthrough moment came at the 2021 Aus Open, reaching the semi-finals (where he lost to Novak Djokovic). With this, he became the first player to reach a Grand Slam semi-final on his main draw debut. He has won the ATP Cup and Davis Cup with Russia as well as an Olympic silver medal as the youngster is on course for gaining many more accolades. Revealing why he opted to feature in India's only ATP Tour Event, where he is top seed, Aslan said, "Basically, I played the tournament in Australia. I played in Sydney and straight away in Aus Open. It is a good opportunity to play here. Here I am top-seed but there are a lot of good players so I've to be ready to compete and be at my best." Karatsev, who is enjoying a career-high ranking of No.15 in the world currently, is raring to go the distance in the Maharashtra Open, to join an elite list of champions such as Stan Wawrinka, Carlos Moya, Marin Cilic, etc. The Russian had tried to feature in the Pune main draw in 2020. Back then, he lost his qualifying opener at the tournament. Thus, Aslan will be eager to go the distance in the top event this time around.

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Birthday boy Daniil Medvedev added another win to his red-hot streak Thursday as the Russian fourth seed demolished Roberto Carballes Baena to ease into the Australian Open third round.

Medvedev, who turned 25 on Thursday, powered past the Spaniard 6-2, 7-5, 6-1 on John Cain Arena for his 16th straight win dating back to November.

Along the way, the world number four has won the Paris 1000, the ATP Finals in London and the ATP Cup with Russia in the lead-up to the opening Grand Slam of the year.

"Sometimes in tennis, as in other sport, you just have the momentum and feel like you can do a lot of things," he said of his blistering form.&nbsp;

"Once you lose it it's tougher, so I'm just trying to keep it as much as possible.

"So far it has been working and hoping it won't stop for a long time."&nbsp;

He will next play Serbian 28th seed Filip Krajinovic, who eased past Spain's Pablo Andujar in four sets.

Medvedev's sizzling form makes him a serious contender to claim a maiden Grand Slam title and he was in fine touch against Carballes Baena, ranked 99.

He quickly took charge, returning well and dominating at the baseline and net to comfortably take he opening set.

The Russian was pressed harder in the second but that was as good as it got for Carballes Baena, who lost focus and was punished by a man at the top of his game.

Medvedev is bidding not only for a maiden Grand Slam title but to become only the third Russian man to win a major after Yevgeny Kafelnikov and Marat Safin.

He has been knocking on the door for some time, reaching the 2019 US Open final -- where he lost in five sets to Rafael Nadal -- and the last four in New York in 2020.

But he has yet to go beyond the round of 16 at Melbourne Park.

Birthday boy Daniil Medvedev added another win to his red-hot streak Thursday as the Russian fourth seed demolished Roberto Carballes Baena to ease into the Australian Open third round.

Birthday boy Daniil Medvedev added another win to his red-hot streak Thursday as the Russian fourth seed demolished Roberto Carballes Baena to ease into the Australian Open third round. Medvedev, who turned 25 on Thursday, powered past the Spaniard 6-2, 7-5, 6-1 on John Cain Arena for his 16th straight win dating back to November. Along the way, the world number four has won the Paris 1000, the ATP Finals in London and the ATP Cup with Russia in the lead-up to the opening Grand Slam of the year. "Sometimes in tennis, as in other sport, you just have the momentum and feel like you can do a lot of things," he said of his blistering form. "Once you lose it it's tougher, so I'm just trying to keep it as much as possible. "So far it has been working and hoping it won't stop for a long time." He will next play Serbian 28th seed Filip Krajinovic, who eased past Spain's Pablo Andujar in four sets. Medvedev's sizzling form makes him a serious contender to claim a maiden Grand Slam title and he was in fine touch against Carballes Baena, ranked 99. He quickly took charge, returning well and dominating at the baseline and net to comfortably take he opening set. The Russian was pressed harder in the second but that was as good as it got for Carballes Baena, who lost focus and was punished by a man at the top of his game. Medvedev is bidding not only for a maiden Grand Slam title but to become only the third Russian man to win a major after Yevgeny Kafelnikov and Marat Safin. He has been knocking on the door for some time, reaching the 2019 US Open final -- where he lost in five sets to Rafael Nadal -- and the last four in New York in 2020. But he has yet to go beyond the round of 16 at Melbourne Park.

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