In a surprising turn of events at the Paris Masters, Alexei Popyrin defeated fourth seed Daniil Medvedev with a score of 6-4, 2-6, 7-6 (4) during their second-round match on Wednesday. This tightly contested match was marked by significant swings in momentum and intense gameplay.

The 25-year-old Australian had previously faced Medvedev three times and came up short each time. However, despite the earlier losses, he demonstrated resilience and skill on the court this time around.

Both players combined for a staggering total of 86 unforced errors in the indoor arena at the Palais Omnisports, which contributed to the match’s unpredictable nature.

As the decisive set unfolded, Medvedev found himself at a disadvantage, falling behind 4-1. He managed to break back, pushing the match to a tiebreaker. In this crucial moment, Popyrin adopted a more aggressive style of play. A double fault from Medvedev handed Popyrin a match point, and he capitalized on it, finishing the game with a well-executed play at the net.

In other results from the tournament, French wild card Arthur Rinderknech advanced to the third round by defeating Alex Michelsen, securing a close victory with both sets ending in tiebreaks, 7-6 (6), 7-6 (7). The competition continues to see thrilling performances as players vie for advancement in the prestigious event.