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Medvedev Splits with Coach Simon After Australian Open Exit

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Daniil Medvedev Gilles Simon Rotterdam Open 2025

ROTTERDAM, Netherlands — Daniil Medvedev confirmed the end of his coaching partnership with Gilles Simon on Monday, as the former world No. 1 arrived at the ABN Amro Open with a revised team following a disappointing second-round exit at the 2025 Australian Open.

“It honestly was a good experience,” Medvedev said. “There were a lot of good things me and Gilles Cervara can take going forward. It just didn’t work out exactly the way we wanted in terms of results.”

Medvedev, who won his first major title at the 2021 US Open, has struggled with injuries and inconsistency since peaking at the top of the ATP rankings in February 2022. The 28-year-old has not won a title since 2023 and is now focusing on regaining his form under the guidance of head coach Gilles Cervara.

Reflecting on his recent challenges, Medvedev said, “When you are 20 years old and you first come onto Tour, you have a lot of fire and you just go for it. You are fearless. When you are 28, nearly 29, it is a bit different. The fire still burns in me, but it is a different fire.”

Medvedev, the No. 2 seed in Rotterdam, will face former world No. 3 Stan Wawrinka in his opening match. He acknowledged the pressure of bouncing back after his early exit in Melbourne, where he fell to American rising star Learner Tien. “It was a tough result in Australia,” Medvedev said. “I am just trying to look forward and bounce back. That is the only way.”

The Russian star also praised the new generation of players, including Tien and Joao Fonseca, who have made waves on the ATP Tour. “I think it is normal to have a new generation coming,” Medvedev said. “Young guys coming and beating top 10 players at majors is a good sign.”

Medvedev remains optimistic about his chances in Rotterdam, where he has been a three-time finalist. “I am confident I can find my level and play my best here,” he said. “When you have an amazing week and results, and then you lose the next tournament early, you feel your good result is forgotten. That is tennis.”