“The tournament delivered high-quality matches despite the unexpected ending”
Daniil Medvedev won the 2026 Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships after Tallon Griekspoor withdrew from the final with a left hamstring injury. Griekspoor picked up the injury during his semifinal match and could not recover in time to play the final. As a result, officials awarded the title to Medvedev.
Even though the final did not take place, Medvedev impressed throughout the tournament. He reached the final without dropping a set. In the semifinals, he defeated top seed Félix Auger-Aliassime with a strong performance. Medvedev said he preferred to win on court, but he felt satisfied with his level during the week. His powerful serve and steady baseline play helped him control his matches.
This win gave Medvedev his 23rd ATP singles title. It also marked his second Dubai crown after his 2023 triumph. He had already won a title in Brisbane earlier this season. These results show his strong start to 2026 and boost his push toward the top 10 in the ATP rankings.
Griekspoor faced a tough setback after a solid week in Dubai. He played high-quality tennis to reach the final. Now he will focus on recovery and aim to return in the coming tournaments.