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Medvedev's Coaching Shake-Up Sparks Criticism Amid Struggles

9/16/2025

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Daniil Medvedev begins working with new coach Thomas Johansson at the Hangzhou Open after ending his partnership with Gilles Cervara.
His ATP ranking has fallen to 18th due to a 1-4 Grand Slam record in 2025.
Former champion Yevgeny Kafelnikov criticized Medvedev's coaching change and questioned his motivation at nearly 30 years old.
Medvedev has not secured a title since the 2023 Italian Open and reached only one final in 2025.
He also parted ways with fitness coach Eric Hernandez after 11 years.

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Daniil Medvedev begins working with new coach Thomas Johansson at the Hangzhou Open after ending his partnership with Gilles Cervara.
His ATP ranking has fallen to 18th due to a 1-4 Grand Slam record in 2025.
Former champion Yevgeny Kafelnikov criticized Medvedev's coaching change and questioned his motivation at nearly 30 years old.
Medvedev has not secured a title since the 2023 Italian Open and reached only one final in 2025.
He also parted ways with fitness coach Eric Hernandez after 11 years.