He’s just telling us that he’s human, and the support of the crowd means a lot to him.

I remember Daniil Medvedev playing the US Open. Being constantly booed, a crowd of thousands against him. He challenged a call and the booing got ridiculous. After every play he won the crowd antagonized him. At some point he called the crowd to do more noise, like if all that booing was turning into cheers inside his heart. He went to win that game and he won me over. I am a big fan and I will cheer for him and hope he finds that boy inside of him again.

I really appreciate the fact that the journalists listened to him and asked respectful and interesting questions without pushing him to talk more about things he didn't want to. You can really tell that he was sad and disappointed, his eyes were fulled with tears. Makes me sad that he doesn't get the appreciation he deserves. He is a great guy and an amazing athlete. I'm with you Daniil, best of luck for the future ❤

I have been a huge Nadal's fan and still am but I was actually cheering for both players as they were both playing incredibly well to produce such a great championship match. I was appalled at how rude and disrespectful some of the audience were at the final match. They do not deserve you Daniil. You are brilliant and I can’t wait to watch you in the years to come.

As an Australian, I'm embarrassed for the way the crowd treated Daniil. Like many others, I'm not his biggest fan, but I still respect him. Plus, he's honest and outspoken in his interviews and doesn't mind discussing these unhappy subjects.

This is heartbreaking and sad. You can think of Russia what you want but this dude is nothing more than someone who is really good at what he does. Supporting one tennis player does not mean that you have to hate the opponent. Daniil you are a fantastic player, a genuine person and I really hope that you don't let these people get to you as much.

Noooo Daniil...KEEP DREAMING BIG!! You have fans behind you...even here in the US! You're my favorite player! Just look at the comments here. Everyone respects you. Once you start winning more tournaments more people across the globe will appreciate you! Remember that nobody was rooting for the big three the first time they went against someone more known by the public. You will easily win 5-10 grand slams if you stay focused and keep dreaming. DON'T GIVE UP!!!

This was such a refreshing and engaging interview, such a change from the robotic pressers we are so used to hearing. What a horrible inditement on the Australia crowd. Our country is in such bad shape right now and so many previously loving, normal and kind people have gone quite mad. I hope you find that little boy inside of you again. The crowd stole him from you but one day you may find they will give him back.

'The kid stopped dreaming. The kid is going to play for himself.' MY HEART 😭💔 4:36

This guy deserves a lot more respect and support than he actually gets...

This kid will win more and more titles..for sure. You are a Legend..All love and support from India🇮🇳❤ Tennis Needs you..🙇‍♂️

I was there. I don't know why some people around me treated him like that, but I could not stop them. I like this guy, he is honest and humble.

All the respect to Medvedev. To be that good against a disrespectful and hooligan crowd makes him so much more valuable. You had way more many fans in front of the TV.

As an Australian I respect this guy and I was embarrassed by the audience. Keep playing mate.

To be honest, I was cheering for Nadal this AO 2022,but I think medvedev’s whole attitude from start to finish was amazing! He kept a nice attitude towards Nadal throughout the presentation at the end& I was really impressed! And yes the crowd was totally unfair & plain wrong!!

As an Australian watching this game I was embarrassed. Daniil showed so much passion as himself through the tournament and I love that - I’m a huge Kyrgios fan for this reason. Sometimes it was over the line for Daniil, but he was always honest and thoughtful in acknowledging this talks gracefully about how it doesn’t serve him. That the crowd would cheer his double faults and boo his expressions of self reflects very poorly on us and I hope in short time it’s forgotten and doesn’t take anything away from what should continue to be a great champion of the sport.

Incredible man! There aren’t that many people can be so authentic and genuine. He is a great player and is willing to be vulnerable in front of press. Hats off to you!

His story, in short: not going to play for the crowds anymore. Totally understandable. The Aussie crowd has been disrespectful, classless, and undeserving to witness such greatness like today's. Keep it up Daniil, focus on your tennis and keep aiming for the grand slams. Nadal fan here. Cheers from Canada.

Oh my goodness Daniil, just made me cry. He is an awesome player and it is tough seeing him be so down from not winning this one. He is at the TOP of professional tennis. And he seems to be such a great person. Nadal was going for 21 and of course everyone in the stands wanted to be able to say they were there when Nadal did it so they were rooting for Nadal. Daniil is in the next wave of players who can and will have many many wins!

This interview has changed my view on Medvedev, I'm sorry the crowd was so rude and disrespectful, no one deserves that and I hope those people learn how to be decent human beings and not hooligans. I am ashamed they acted like that. I hope he wins more Slams 🥰

This is heartbreaking. This is just heartbreaking to see the world lose a player like Medvedev on the inside.

Really sad to hear him say that he would rather play in Moscow than grand slams. The crowd was horrible, even if they wanted Nadal to win, this isn't the way to treat an incredible player like Medvedev. He's human, openly asserting his feelings about the crowd (which he has done throughout the tournament) which you can't expect anyone to keep quiet about.

Даниил, просто знай: когда толпа делает "boo", мы сидим, нет, мы прыгаем перед телеками с криками: Молодец!!! мы болеем за тебя всей душой. Ты- воплощение всех нас. Ты сильный, честный и искренний. Не сдавайся!! Просто знай, что ты - наша гордость. Давно у нас не было таких эмоций от тенниса. И ты нам их подарил!

He’s come a long way. From an immature boy to a very polished adult. Can’t wait to see what his future holds, he will no doubt be remembered as one of the best of his era!

Disrespectful Fans can never take away the incredible tennis talent from Daniil. Let the kid keep the dream alive!

Embarrassed to be Australian watching that crowd during this tournament. Even my sons 10 and 12 felt the same. The kept asking why they were booing so much? Absolutely zero respect. I hope you don’t stop dreaming big Medvedev. Congratulations on an epic journey so far 👏

I'm from Australia and he's 100% correct. We have awful crowd down here - in ANY sport.

What a guy 🙌🏻 Amazing performer 👍🏻 was cheering for you when you were playing semis and then finals and will still cheer for you. You have my support ❤️

Don't let others decide what you'll be Daniil..that was an amazing match, the big 3 are always adored, but you've turned more than many tennis fans to your side today, just because they weren't in that stadium doesn't mean you should stop dreaming, you were amazing !!

This interview is the most heartbreaking one I've seen in a while.

I’m a big fan of Medvedev: In my view, he’s a genius on court with heart an limitless talent, but he’s also unbelievably sensitive and authentic. These two traits while admirable in theory, do not necessarily endear him to a certain type of fan that permeates modern sport and tennis in particular. While most athletes have sport specific intelligence, .I believe that Medvedev, at only 25, is orders of magnitude above in general intelligence. This, I believe provides him a field of vision wherein he sees, feels and analyzes, and is affected by too much. But being a lifelong tennis player and fan, he is, at least for the time being, my favorite ATP pro (Ash Barty is my favorite WTA…). ps: While I may pull for a specific player, in a specific match, I cheer all players for the magical shot making they bring to the game. (Even Djokovic, lol.)

This match made me respect and appreciate Medvedev so much! And this press conference confirms what I like about him. He's going to keep doing great things!

The kid in you that got hurt today is alive in all of us, that cheered for you. Your sincerity and purity are cherished and much needed in tennis, so keep coming back fighting, Champ!

He faces the same challenges as Djokovic has his entire career. Eastern European’s rarely get the majority of crowds in their side no matter what their personalities. This dude is a genuine nice guy

As an Australian, I’d like to apologise on behalf of the the crowd this AO final. It was truly disrespectful and almost unbelievable how the crowd was treating you during the match. You and Rafa played like the champions you are and you were definitely fighting an uphill battle on the fifth set. I hope you continue to provide us with more epic showdowns and do what needs to be done to continue to be one of the best players in the world. Best of luck! 🏆🇦🇺

The part when he said 'the kid started to doubt if he should continue to dream' broke my heart, because I see myself in this words💔

“huge respect for beating me because I tried my best” this seemed beautiful to me

daniil knows what novak has gone through his whole career. To see how it can bother the players and to know that novak won 20 grand slams having 90% of the crowd against him it's astonishing

I don’t watch tennis, save for an Aus Open final here and there. I watched this match but had never heard of Medvedev before. I have to say, listening to this media session from him has elevated my respect for the guy so much. No wonder he’s a #2 seed

Daniil, you're an amazing tennis player! I've seen you live at the AO couple of times this year and you were my champion the whole time. I feel so embarrassed for the crowd and how they behaved. It was totally uncalled-for and ridiculous. Don't let the people and their opinions get to you. YOU ARE SO TALENTED AND AMAZING !!

As an Australian I was surprised at the behaviour of our spectators this tournament. One incident in the semi final from one idiot was a disgrace . Show some respect and regard for game and the professionals that allow us to be entertained by them

this was one of the best press conferences ive ever seen, he answered only the true and was very clear with how he felt, the crowd was disgusting in the final, and he always suffers this disrespectfulness. From the new generation hes the most complete player and will clearly be number one and will win a lot of slams, go daniil. a new fan from argentina

Wow - Medvedev is so genuine, gracious, optimistic, and down to earth. He has a way of opening up, but not letting the press step all over him. I love that he takes the time to learn journalists names. He is one of the few players who does not resent press conferences or begrudge the journalists. He accepts that speaking with the media is part of his job and has found a silver lining in it. This press conference made me want to watch more of his tennis.

Daniil you have my respect. You are a top player, and you will be champion in Australia, and around the world. You should hold your head high, and be proud of who you are, because you have class, and much talent. ❤️

Wow...........not the type of guy I expected to wear his heart on his sleeve like this. You are a better person than the moments of negativity you received from the crowd and deserved better. Also, playing a living legend like Rafa was tough gig for anyone to face. Respect Daniil and I hope u do play here and around the world for many more years. From a new Aussie fan.

You’ve got yourself a fan here, Daniil! Never give up on your dream, no matter what. You are an amazing player and I’d love to see you back here again soon.

I really really really like Daniil and I have followed tennis for nearly 20 years. He's a robust, authentic and compassionate voice. What a lovely human being. God bless you

Daniil, don't let some people from the crowd let you down. It would mean that they have won. Choose to be that kid you talked about, don't lose the dream. You're still young. Focus on the way you treat others around you when you're playing, like the umpires, that stays in the mind of the crowd. You played a great match, and surely there will be more of these to come. Remember that the behavior of the crowd says more about them than you.

Heart breaking to hear from someone like Medvedev who doesn't show any emotions even after winning a grandslam. The Australian crowd are a disgrace. Started to boo him just after hearing his name.

Honest, intelligent lovely guy. He will do well in the future. Deep thinking and very generous in defeat. Love him. Keep going Daniil.

This Medveded guy seems to be a genuine person, and an elegant player. I like him.

Sir Daniil! This young man has really gained my respect and admiration, after a 5hr game of fighting against probably the greatest of all time and the crowd. Please keep playing tennis, Daniil, you're a gift to the sport and your time will come.

He is phenomenal in his loss. Never tried to take anything away from Nadal. He says he played his absolute best, but still Rafa was a notch up. Even the Big 3 were not this gracious during their tough losses. Heart goes out to Daniil. You will win more slams. From a Rafa fan.

He puts his heart on court but after that he acknowledges his opponent. that’s true sportsmanship

The sport needs you and wants to see you play and win more Grand Slams. Don't lose the kid in you!

Keep the dream alive Daniil .. You are super talented and your big moment is yet to come .. Kudos for showing grace 👏

You’ve earned many more fans after this interview, Daniil. You ARE a champion and many of us today saw how hard you fought. Keep it going!

He clearly is hurt. I hope he continues to play his best for the next 5-10 years.👍🏼 Best wishes, Daniil!

A decent, honest, sincere human being!

A BRILLIANT player. Very honest and I did feel bad with some of the fans doing what they did. I’m a Rafa fan but wanted Rafa to win or Med in the final against someone else. He’s my N2 player now. I was seriously impressed by him in every way.

As an Australian, I've been so disappointed in the rude crowds.

I'm not a fan but I respect and feel for him. The crowd have been extremely disrespectful. Tennis players are used to been given a certain amount of respect for their talent and execution regardless of who you are supporting, the sport has class. I don't think we offered the appropriate respect or acted with enough class this tournament but unfortunately it probably accurately reflects our culture these days for the world to see.

Stay strong! You will overcome everything. You will be applauded by those who love and understand tennis!

Daniil, you are most technically advanced player today. You will join legends club one day. Work hard and support will come. You have everything to be forth one in a club of Roger, Rafa, Novak.

I'm not Russian but I support you Daniil. That crowd was rough and you deserve better.

I'm a Rafa fan ever since he turned pro, but huge respect for Daniil! What a honest and humbled guy he is!

This is called Grace after loosing, Makes him a real winner in Life. Go Daniil Medvedev, Much respect to you and all the very best to you.....

I hate when the crowd cheer when a player makes an error or a bad shot. The crowd were disrespectful. I love tennis but find it difficult to watch these days, especially in Australia.

You gotta applaud this guy for his resilience. He still managed to break back 5-4 down when Rafa was serving for the championship. He also came back from that epic tie break in the second set. It is a shame how the media focuses too much on his reaction/ body language to the crowd instead of his match.

Love this guy. He's humble, respectful and genuine. Was a pleasure to watch him play. I hope he doesn't stop dreaming. He's the future World No 1

Come on Danil , we love you and your tennis , we need to see you play as often as possible ! Don't give in to unfairness and stupidness , you're far better than that ! And your respect for Rafa, and Roger, and Novak, says it all , you're a true champion, you really are !

It's so heart breaking to hear someone so disappointed.. But you deserve the best... I'm sure ul achieve wonders and make everyone know u better!

So powerful. Such respect for his opponent, a shame the crowd could not have followed his example. Hopefully one day the blind optimism of the kid will return.

Total respect. That boy will definitely lift many trophies in years to come.

I hate it when the crowd goes against Daniil, I don't feel he deserves it. I think maybe he should hide that it affects him and try stay neutral, or they latch onto it. He does great though overall, credit to him.

Very nice comments by Medvedev. Makes me like him more as sportsman. It's normal people goes to Nadal I was wanting Nadal to win too. Anyway Medvedev keep playing good like you do and I promise you one thing, ten years from now people will be waiting you to win. And congratulations for you tennis level.

Gotta respect this guy for opening up like this. I will cheer for him no doubt he is not only world class but seems to be a good dude.

I’ve never seen an Australian crowd at a slam this bad…usually that’s for French and US, but the Australian crowd this year equaled them this year…at first, I thought it was because they just wanted Barty to win really badly, but it seemed to have carried over to the other disciplines…I understand Medvedev isn’t exactly a known name and face as compared to Nadal who was going for 21 slams , but cmon…

I agree wholeheartedly and as an Australian was totally ashamed of the crowd behaviour . You're a fantastic tennis player and have a huge future. Stay strong and l hope to see you pkay here again. fantastic tennis player Stay strong and l hope to see you play here again.

I wish he will continue.. He is a very good player.

Daniil, you have a lot more people who support and appreciate for your tennis and what you bring to tennis than the audience at the court. You are always humble, so valuable human element. I really like the way you perform at the court and the way you carry yourself. Understand your disappointment but don’t forget our love in front of TV. YOU ARE AMAZING!

I'm usually a proud Aussie & as a former ballkid at 3 Oz Opens (the last to be held at Kooyong in '87 & the first 2 at the 'new' tennis centre in '88 & '89), I've concurrently seen the massive rise in crowd numbers & the lack of class & etiquette of a huge number of the "fans" who attend the tournament, sadly...I grew up during a time when you never applauded a player's unforced error (unless the point was a phenomenal one by both sides), let alone a double fault & most definitely not a first service fault...but sadly, so much of the crowd now aren't true tennis fans & they're tacky as all Hell...I know that Daniil would never read these comments but I'd love him to know that a great deal of Aussies are truly disgusted with, & embarrassed by the behaviour of so many attendants (certainly not tennis fans) over the past week, in particular. So much for the 'Happy Slam'...

We love you Daniil! I nearly cried when you lost. Not a Rafa fan.

Forever champ👑 Keep going for us. We love you🤎

Really sad to hear this, the crowd absolutely disgraced themselves. keep your head up Danil you had a lot more fans cheering for you behind the tv screens

Watched two of your matches in person. Couldn't believe how the crowd was acting. Should have been a happy time for you getting to finals and battling it out with a legend regardless of who won. Sorry the crowd stole that away from you. You played amazing 👏

I rarely comment on you tube, but do not give up, you played amazing, and you were so close to winning and never gave up. Raffa had to fight for every point. You are so talented already, I can only imagine how good you will be at raffas age. Don't stop dreaming, that would be a great loss.

beside nole, my favorite player... great personality, great player with a big future...

so much respect for this man, playing against strong adversity and a tough crowd in the hostile, unforgiving environment of the Australian Open. Definitely didn't deserve all the hate from the disgusting crowd throughout the tournament because this man's work ethic and the way he communicates himself on and off-court. Phenomenal player, watched some pretty crazy tennis from him and how he dictates the court and ball placements in all of his matches, just super hungry to see what more he can bring to the table for the rest of his career. This man's future is only going to get brighter and the more hate he gets from shitty crowds, the more hungry he becomes for them points and triumphing over delusional people. Massive props to how well he respected the veteran all time great he played against tonight and how much he has matured into a more humble player, and he wasn't too negatively fussed about how he (medvedev) played tonight. Whilst with that confidence, he honoured the effort and fighting spirit of Nadal and how that was too much for him and how much more he needed to work in order to keep himself amongst these tennis giants still dominating in today's day and age. Really keen to see more from him :)

Total respect to you, Daniil. Your tennis was next level … I was on the edge of my seat literally wondering who would triumph… it was an AO final that will be remembered.. and you will go on to win it yourself! You are more than capable. 🐑🐑🇳🇿🇳🇿NZ

Home crowd at the Authoritarian Open is a disgrace. They heckled the most talented player on the circuit outside the big 3 who would have been world #1 if he won AO. Imagine booing the world's #1 player?? Just like 70% of Aussies wanting Djokovic to be deported. Whether it's lack of education, understanding of tennis or just outright disrespect for players from former eastern block countries like Lendl & Djokovic, I don't know. But so sad that Danil suggested it's unlikely he'll play tennis after 30 due to the treatment by fans like in Melbourne. It's not a football match. You can root for both players but you do not boo or put players off when they are serving.

Such a classy man and a fantastic tennis player. Should really get more support !

Heartbreaking. He was alone on the court. The crowds bullied him…Nobody helped him. It was painful to watch. Keep strong Meddy

I'm ashamed to be Australian... the crowd at the Open this year was behaving like Kyrgios acts on the court... disgusting! Congrats to Nadal for an epic win, and to Medvedev to be a genuine champion in the making

He played really well and it was frustrating to see the crowd demotivating him 🤦‍♂️

What an interesting presser. Smart guy. Lovely way of thinking. Good luck to him, (and Rafa and Novak).

Tears in his eyes is heartbreaking.. Australian crowd should be respectful for the players

I know Daniil is very sad here but there is something wonderful about how he has chosen to express himself. He is laying his soul wide open and also tackling a subject most are too afraid to. He is clearly a great guy and a credit to himself and his country. There is something very noble about him I think.

que triste escucharlo asi, la gente es muy injusta con él, es un jugador genial! me encantaría seguir viéndolo

Dear Daniil, you fought great. I had the impression that you handled the mood against you well and you were still able to concentrate on your game. That is a great mental achievement. I was also for Nadal in this final, because well, it's Nadal and I love him. But that doesn't diminish my sympathy for you as a person and as a player. Keep going and one day the fans will rightly cheer for you:)