“I hit tennis by accident. He was engaged in swimming when, at the age of six, he saw an ad for recruitment in a tennis group. I don’t remember how I felt when I first took the racket in my hand, but step by step, my love for tennis became stronger, ”Medvedev said in a video posted on Twitter on ATP Cup.

Also, the first racket of Russia talked about meeting his compatriot Karen Khachanov.

“I’ve known Khachanov from 9-10. Together we began to perform at a high level and enjoy the success of each other. We want to win the ATP Cup trophy for Russia together, ”Medvedev added.

Earlier it was reported that Medvedev was recognized as the best tennis player of the year in Russia.