Daniil Medvedev is a Russian professional tennis player known for his unconventional playing style and exceptional court coverage. He achieved the world No. 1 ranking in February 2022, becoming the first player outside the "Big Four" (Federer, Nadal, Djokovic, and Murray) to reach the top spot since 2004. Medvedev has won 20 ATP Tour singles titles, including the 2021 US Open, where he defeated Novak Djokovic in the final, denying him a Calendar Grand Slam. He's also reached the finals of the Australian Open twice (2021, 2022) and the US Open once (2019), showcasing his consistent performance on hard courts.