Rafael Nadal and Daniil Medvedev have played each other six times on the ATP Tour with Nadal currently leading their H2H 5-1.
The very first Nadal vs Medvedev match was in the final of the Canada Masters in 2019, with Nadal winning the match 6-3, 6-0.
The last time Nadal and Medvedev played each other was in the semifinals of the Mexican Open in Acapulco, Mexico, which Nadal won 6-3, 6-3.
Their last grand slam match was at the 2022 Australian Open, where Nadal beat Medvedev in the final 2-6, 6-7, 6-4, 6-4, 7-5.
Nadal vs Medvedev H2H Stats
| Rafael Nadal | vs | Daniil Medvedev |
|---|---|---|
| 1986 | Year born | 1996 |
| 2001 | Year turned Pro | 2014 |
| Spanish | Nationality | Russian |
| Left handed | Plays | Right handed |
| Two handed backhand | Backhand | Two handed backhand |
| 5 | Matches won | 1 |
| 83% (5/6) | Winning Percentage | 17% (1/6) |
| 5 | Matches won on a hard court | 1 |
| 0 | Matches won on clay | 0 |
| 0 | Matches won on grass | 0 |
| 3 | Matches won in Finals | 0 |
| 2 | Matches won in Grand Slam Finals | 0 |
| 1 | Matches won in Masters 1000 Finals | 0 |
| 1 | Matches won in ATP World Tour Finals | 1 |
Nadal vs Medvedev Head to Head Stats
Nadal vs Medvedev Head to Head at the Grand Slams
Nadal and Medvedev have played each other a total of two times in grand slam tournaments with Nadal leading the grand slam head to head 2-0.
Both of their grand slam matches were in the final (2019 US Open and 2022 Australian Open) with both matches going to a fifth set.
To date, Nadal and Medvedev have played each other once at the Australian Open and once at the US Open.
They have yet to play each other at the French Open or at Wimbledon.
| Year | Grand Slam | Round | Winner | Match Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Australian Open | Final | Nadal | 2-6, 6-7, 6-4, 6-4, 7-5 |
| 2019 | US Open | Final | Nadal | 7-5, 6-3, 5-7, 4-6, 6-4 |
Nadal vs Medvedev Head to Head by Court Surface
To date, all of Nadal and Medvedev’s matches have been played on hard courts (4 outdoor and 2 indoor) and they have yet to play each other on grass or clay.
Nadal vs Medvedev Head to Head on Hard Courts
Nadal and Medvedev have played each other a total of six times on hard courts with Nadal leading their head to head 5-1.
| Year | Tournament | Round | Winner | Match Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Mexican Open | Semifinals | Nadal | 6-3, 6-3 |
| 2022 | Australian Open | Final | Nadal | 2-6, 6-7, 6-4, 6-4, 7-5 |
| 2020 | ATP Finals | Semifinals | Medvedev | 3-6, 7-6, 6-3 |
| 2019 | ATP Finals | RR | Nadal | 6-7, 6-3, 7-6 |
| 2019 | US Open | Final | Nadal | 7-5, 6-3, 5-7, 4-6, 6-4 |
| 2019 | Canada Masters | Final | Nadal | 6-3, 6-0 |
Nadal vs Medvedev Matches Played per Year
Below is a summary of the matches played by Nadal and Medvedev over the years.
So far Nadal has dominated their head to head with Medvedev winning only one of the six matches they have played against each other.
| Year | Matches Played | Nadal Wins | Medvedev Wins | Head to Head (Nadal – Medvedev) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 3 | 3 | – | 3-0 |
| 2020 | 1 | – | 1 | 3-1 |
| 2021 | – | – | – | 3-1 |
| 2022 | 2 | 2 | – | 5-1 |
Below are match highlights from their meeting at the 2022 Australian Open.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Nadal and Medvedev Rivalry
How many times has Nadal beaten Medvedev?
Nadal has beaten Medvedev a total of 5 times (2019 Canada Masters, 2019 US Open, 2019 ATP Finals, 2022 Australian Open, and 2022 Mexican Open)
How many times have Nadal and Medvedev played each other?
Nadal and Medvedev have played each other a total of six times (2019 Canada Masters, 2019 US Open, 2019 ATP Finals, 2020 ATP Finals, 2022 Australian Open, and 2022 Mexican Open)
When did Nadal and Medvedev first play each other?
Their first match was in the final of the Canada Masters in 2019, where Nadal won the match 6-3, 6-0.
Who has won more Grand Slam titles?
Nadal has won a total of 22 grand slam titles while Medvedev has won one.
Who has won more Masters 1000 titles?
Nadal has won 36 Masters 1000 titles while Medvedev has won 4.
Who has won more ATP career titles?
Nadal has won 92 ATP career titles while Medvedev has won 13.
Has Nadal and Medvedev ever played doubles together?
To date, Nadal and Medvedev have not played doubles together.
Are Nadal and Medvedev friends off the court?
There is a lot of respect between Nadal and Medvedev but they would not be considered close friends off the court.