The first Medvedev vs Zverev match was in a round of 16 match at the 2016 St. Petersburg Open with Zverev winning their first H2H 6-3, 7-5.
Since then they have played each other a total of twelve times with their head-to-head currently standing at six wins each.
The last time Daniil Medvedev and Alexander Zverev played each other was in the final of the 2021 ATP Finals which Zverev won 6-4, 6-4 to claim the second ATP Finals title of his career.
Medvedev vs Zverev Quick Facts
| Daniil Medvedev | vs | Alexander Zverev |
|---|---|---|
| 1996 | Year born | 1997 |
| 2014 | Year turned Pro | 2013 |
| Right-handed | Plays | Right-handed |
| Two-handed backhand | Backhand | Two-handed backhand |
| 6 | H2H Matches won | 6 |
| 50% (6/12) | Winning Percentage | 50% (6/12) |
| 6 | Matches won on a hard court | 6 |
| 0 | Matches won on clay | 0 |
| 0 | Matches won on grass | 0 |
| 2 | Matches won in Finals | 1 |
| 0 | Matches won in Grand Slam Tournaments | 0 |
| 3 | Matches won in Masters 1000 Tournaments | 2 |
| 2 | Matches won in ATP World Tour Finals | 2 |
| 1 | Matches won in the ATP Cup | 0 |
Medvedev vs Zverev Head-to-Head Stats
Head-to-Head at the Grand Slams
Medvedev and Zverev have yet to play each other in a grand slam tournament.
Head-to-Head by Court Surface
To date, Zverev and Medvedev have played each other a total of twelve times on hard courts and they have yet to play each other on a grass or clay court as both Medvedev and Zverev are more comfortable playing on hard courts than they are on grass or clay.
Head-to-Head on Indoor Hard Courts
Zverev and Medvedev have played each other a total of seven times on indoor hard courts with Medvedev currently leading their H2H on this surface 4-3.
| Year | Tournament | Round | Winner | Match Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | ATP Finals | Finals | Zverev | 6-4, 6-4 |
| 2021 | ATP Finals | RR | Medvedev | 6-3, 6-7, 7-6 |
| 2021 | Paris Masters | Semifinals | Medvedev | 6-2, 6-2 |
| 2020 | ATP Finals | RR | Medvedev | 6-3, 6-4 |
| 2020 | Paris Masters | Final | Medvedev | 5-7, 6-4, 6-1 |
| 2019 | ATP Finals | RR | Zverev | 6-4, 7-6 |
| 2016 | St. Petersburg Open | Round of 16 | Zverev | 6-3, 7-5 |
Head-to-Head on Outdoor Hard Courts
Alexander Zverev and Daniil Medvedev have played each other a total of five times on outdoor hard courts with Zverev leading their H2H on this surface 3-2.
| Year | Tournament | Round | Winner | Match Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | ATP Cup | Semifinals | Medvedev | 3-6, 6-3, 7-5 |
| 2019 | Shanghai Masters | Final | Medvedev | 6-4, 6-1 |
| 2018 | Canada Masters | Round of 16 | Zverev | 6-3, 6-2 |
| 2018 | Miami Open | Round of 64 | Zverev | 6-4, 1-6, 7-6 |
| 2017 | Citi Open | Quarterfinals | Zverev | 6-2, 6-4 |
Medvedev vs Zverev Matches Played per Year
Alexander Zverev dominated their early H2H from 2016 to 2018, winning 4 out of 4 of the matches they played in that period.
However, since then Medvedev has started to turn the tide by winning 6 of the last 8 of their H2H meetings.
| Year | Matches Played | Medvedev Wins | Zverev Wins | H2H (Medvedev- Zverev) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 1 | – | 1 | 0-1 |
| 2017 | 1 | – | 1 | 0-2 |
| 2018 | 2 | – | 2 | 0-4 |
| 2019 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1-5 |
| 2020 | 2 | 2 | – | 3-5 |
| 2021 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 6-6 |
| 2022 | – | – | – | 6-6 |
Below are match highlights from their last H2H match in the final of the 2021 ATP Finals.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Medvedev and Zverev Rivalry
How many times has Daniil Medvedev beaten Alexander Zverev?
Daniil Medvedev has beaten Alexander Zverev a total of six times (2019 Shanghai Masters, 2020 Paris Masters, 2020 ATP Finals, 2021 ATP Cup, 2021 Paris Masters, 2021 ATP Finals (Round Robin)).
How many times have Medvedev and Zverev played each other?
Medvedev and Zverev have played each other a total of twelve times (2016 St. Petersburg Open, 2017 Citi Open, 2018 Miami Open, 2018 Canada Masters, 2019 Shanghai Masters, 2019 ATP Finals, 2020 Paris Masters, 2020 ATP Finals, 2021 ATP Cup, 2021 Paris Masters, 2021 ATP Finals (Round Robin and Final)).
When did Medvedev and Zverev first play each other?
Their first match was in a round of 16 match at the St. Petersburg Open in Russia, in which Zverev won the match 6-3, 7-5.
Has Alexander Zverev ever played Daniil Medvedev on Clay?
No, they have yet to play each other on clay.
Has Zverev ever played Medvedev in a Grand Slam Tournament?
No, they have yet to play each other in a grand slam tournament.
Have Medvedev and Zverev ever played each other on grass?
No, they have yet to play each other on grass.
Has Medvedev and Zverev ever played doubles together?
To date, Medvedev and Zverev have not played doubles together.
Are Medvedev and Zverev friends off the court?
Medvedev and Zverev have a friendly relationship off-court but they would not be considered close friends.
How many times has Alexander Zverev beaten Daniil Medvedev?
Alexander Zverev has beaten Daniil Medvedev a total of six times on the ATP Tour (2016 St. Petersburg Open, 2017 Citi Open, 2018 Miami Open, 2018 Canada Masters, 2019 ATP Finals, and the final of the 2021 ATP Finals).