Daniel Merida vs Daniil Medvedev Preview & Prediction | 2026 Vienna Open (Erste Bank Open) | First Round

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Daniil Medvedev takes on Daniel Merida in Vienna. 

Ranking points: ATP 500

Start date/time: 27 October 2026 at 12:00 pm

Venue: Wiener Stadthalle, Vienna, Austria

Surface: Indoor hard

How to watch on TV: UK – Sky Sports Tennis / USA – Tennis Channel

How to watch online: UK – Sky Go / USA – Tennis Channel

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Daniel Merida vs Daniil Medvedev prediction

Daniel Merida will be hoping to bounce back with a victory after three defeats in a row. His last event was in Shanghai, which ended with a defeat to Botic van de Zandschulp in the first-round. It’s been a breakthrough season for the Spaniard, as he won his first tour-level title at the Croatia Open in Umag. He also moved up to a career high of 39 in the world back in August.

He faces world number five Dannil Medvedev in round one. Medvedev just won his fourth title of the year after successfully defending his crown at the Almaty Open, coming from a set down to beat Nikoloz Basilashvili in the final. This season has been a return to form for Medvedev after a troublesome 2025, and he within touching distance of qualifying for the World Tour Finals next month. Medvedev won the Vienna Open back in 2022.

They met for the first time at Wimbledon this year, with Medvedev winning in four sets. I expect him to continue his excellent form with a straight-forward victory. 

Daniel Merida vs Daniil Medvedev tip: Daniil Medvedev to win 2-0