Daniil Medvedev and Tim Henman ‘negotiate teaching deal’ after Italian Open win

Tim Henman joked that he can be negotiating a cope with Daniil Medvedev‘s supervisor after the world No 3 win the Italian Open. The Brit famous that Medvedev had received the 2 Masters 1000 tournaments that he lined as a pundit, asking to obtain a reduce of the prize cash. And the 27-year-old was pleased to listen to that Henman can be on the upcoming French Open, boosting his possibilities.

Medvedev received the final 4 video games of the Italian Open remaining in opposition to Holger Rune to clinch the title with a 7-5 7-5 victory. It marks his twentieth profession title, with all of them coming throughout 20 completely different cities.

And it was additionally the 27-year-old’s first ever title on the clay, a floor he beforehand admitted to “hating”. After the trophy ceremony, Medvedev chatted to Henman for Prime Video and the previous world No 4 propositioned him with one thing of a training supply as he requested to obtain a reduce of the prize cash.

“Finally, I interviewed you after three matches in Miami and you won that tournament. I’m here after the final interviewing you and you’ve won this tournament,” the retired professional identified. “I’m just wondering whether there’s a chance I might be part of the team bonus scheme that you’re undefeated when I’m at the tournament.”

And Medvedev appeared receptive to the thought, as he responded: “That sounds right. Will you be at Roland Garros?” Henman replied: “Yes I will be,” and the newly-crowned Rome champion was pleased to listen to it.

“Perfect, that’s perfect. That’s all I needed to know. If you would say no I would be like, ‘why did you ask me this question?’” he laughed, as Henman made certain to place an settlement in place.

“Well I’m glad we’ve got that on film so I look forward to the negotiations with your manager, thank you,” he joked, as Medvedev advised him: “Okay, call Ollie, I don’t know if you know him.”