Archive · 5 Sep 2025
Medvedev Parts Ways with Trainers After US Open Run
Tennis star Daniil Medvedev has recently made some significant changes to his support team.
After a challenging US Open, he has decided to stop working with his trainers, Eric Hernandez and Giles Cervara.
Hernandez had been with Medvedev since 2014, and Cervara for about 8-10 years.
During this time, they shared many successes, including Medvedev reaching the top ranking in the world.
Medvedev expressed his gratitude for their efforts, while also acknowledging their roles in his successes.
These changes come after a period of on-court frustration and racquet smashing at the US Open.
Medvedev is now looking for new trainers.
Daniil Medvedev has parted ways with trainers Eric Hernandez and Giles Cervara.
Hernandez worked with Medvedev since 2014.
Cervara was with Medvedev for approximately 8-10 years.
Medvedev's behavior at the US Open included racquet smashing.
Medvedev expressed gratitude for the work of both trainers.
- Who
- Daniil Medvedev and his former trainers, Eric Hernandez and Giles Cervara.
- What
- Medvedev has ended his working relationship with trainers Eric Hernandez and Giles Cervara.
- When
- The announcement followed Medvedev's US Open performance.
- Where
- N/A
- Why
- The reasons for the split are not explicitly stated, though recent on-court behavior and a search for new trainers suggest potential shifts in his approach.
- Key Personnel Changes
- Parted ways with trainers Eric Hernandez and Giles Cervara
- Hernandez Tenure
- Worked with Medvedev since 2014
- Cervara Tenure
- Worked with Medvedev for 8-10 years
- Medvedev's Ranking
- Reached world No. 1
- Titles Won
- Medvedev won 20 titles with Cervara
- Recent Behavior
- Showed visible frustration at the US Open, including racquet smashing