He left nothing but crumbs.
In Dubai, Daniil Medvedev wrapped up his quarter-final in 57 minutes flat. A sharp, almost brutal score: 6-2, 6-1 over Jenson Brooksby. A display of control that sends the Russian into his 64th career semi-final.
And when Medvedev plays at that pace, there isn’t much argument.
A one-sided quarter-final
Daniil Medvedev was already rolling after wins over Shang Juncheng and Stan Wawrinka. He made it stick without flinching.
Opposite him, Jenson Brooksby had enjoyed a solid week, beating Zizou Bergs and Karen Khachanov. But Thursday the gap was obvious.
Just two winners for the American. Zero break points. Constant pressure on the return. Medvedev shut down every corner of the court, dictated the rallies and smothered any attempt to change the rhythm.
In under an hour, the matter was closed.
Dubai, familiar turf for Medvedev
It’s no fluke that he shines here. Dubai suits him. Champion in 2023, semi-finalist in 2024, he’s back in the last four again.
This win marks his 64th semi-final on the main tour. That number tells you a lot about how steady he is at the top.
Already a winner in Brisbane earlier this year, Medvedev has shown he remains one of the steadiest players on tour in 2026.
A showdown ahead
In the semis he’ll face the winner of Felix Auger-Aliassime vs Jiri Lehecka. A stiffer test — tougher and longer.
But after the precision on display Thursday, the message is simple.
Medvedev is on a mission in Dubai.
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