Daniil Medvedev gives a heart-felt speech after beating Novak Djokovic in the final of the 2021 US Open.
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The 2021 US Open main draw runs from August 30 - September 12 in New York City at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center. The tournament takes place for the 141st time and is the fourth and final Grand Slam of the year. Dominic Thiem is the men’s singles defending champion but has withdrawn following an injury. Naomi Osaka is the women’s singles defending champion and will be aiming to claim the title for the third time in four years. Meanwhile, No. 1 seed Novak Djokovic looks to complete the calendar Grand Slam after winning the Australian Open, French Open and Wimbledon already this year. Should the Serbian lift the title here for the fifth time, he will also overtake Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal to become the first-ever man to win 21 Grand Slam singles titles. With full capacity crowds back again, it’s time for the greatest return!
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"L2 + Left," the code for the FIFA brick fall goal celebration.
goat.
Legendary
Thanks for the explanation 😄
Its called the Salmon dive
Oh sweet. I found a favorite tennis player!
If novak needed to lose to someone on such a big match im glad it was medvedev, guy is maybe the best from next gen and he was just a better player today, totally deserved
Stop saying next gen, he is 26.
@@kevinsanchez7216 He's 25, but I do agree with your sentiment. He's very much a well established name on tour already, better to just describe him as the top of his generation
True
@@abc123s100 yea but he is next generation comapred to big 3 that is still on tour thats why i said next gen, if your going by the years then yes he is a bit older than tsitsi for example but he has long way ahead of him
This year Novak won 3 out of 4 GS. He is the only player to win every slam twice. Tsitsipas said that Djokovic is GOAT after RG final. Berretini said it in interviews. Zverev said it 2 days ago. Murray and Roddick said that Djokovic is the tennis GOAT. Now after the USO final even Medvedev said that Djokovic is the GOAT of tennis. I mean there is no more to prove, everything that is to come is just the icing on the cake.
Daniil to Novak "You're the greatest player of history" So class!
This sentence is a total nonsense.
@@csabakereszturi945 He is a free to think what he wants. May be for you no but For him Novak is the GOAT.
@@csabakereszturi945 your comment is a total nonsense
Djokovic is the goat
Yes he can think whatever he wants but pronouncement in public is a huge disrespect for Roger and Rafa . Hope he learn the difference between private and public .
Daniil is definitely my favourite next gen player. Very likeable guy.
I agree and then sasha
sinner for me
My second favorite after Rafa is Dominic Thiem. Domi could have won again this tournament if he was not injured.
Jump on the bandwagon
@rafa Goat yes I love tsitsipas and also thiem
World class speech 👏🏻
It was ok up until the anniversary present (not really a present to her, is it?) and revealing the reference of his peculiar dive celebration (how dumb is that?). I'm missing the class of Roger and Rafa already.
@@davidsanderson5918 the celebration was totally ridiculous.
@@davidsanderson5918 CLASS such u classy word in this case.
Yeah
@Avinash Anand .shame on u as a compatriot Indian today you were hoping for someone's loss. Its ok to hope for fedal win. But for fedal's win you are hoping djokovic to lose. Thats psychopathic western propagandist mentality. Not Indian.
For anyone wondering L2+left is the input for a fifa celebration which is what Medvedev did after winning
goated comment
:DDDD
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Technically , knowing that makes you a legend then.
Huh, nowadays everyone is a gamer even the busy ones like Medvedev How do they do that?
He’s a legend for saying L2 + Left. That’s hilarious
What is it?
Ahmad Alsmadi it's a fifa celebration
@@AhmedTarek-pp2nb the salmon dive 😂😂😂😂😂 when he did it i knew ive seen that but didnt realise properly, when he said L2 + left i was laughing my head off coz i just immediately realised what he was talking about.
@@yusufluhar5881 yeah bro it's jokes 😂😂😂
wondering whos better at fifa kyrgios or him xD
he is a much more mature person and player than Zverev and tsitsipas. Knows how to behave both on and off court. Huge congrats!
That is simply not true. Zverev always shows huge respect to his opponents.
Zverev has some troubling assault allegations from his ex
@@wernerr.5532 and beat his girlfriend...
@@ludwigarnsperger9314 yikes
M8, he just did the dead fish celebration on Nole 🤣🤣
1:00 Novak's smile after Medvedev says that is beautiful
Should have balled out like baby
It really is
0:55
its not up to Medvedev to say who the Greatest it, there three still equal on 20 slams, besides id be surprised if a boring player like him will win anymore than about three slams if lucky
@@hardsam68 Medvedev can say what he want, same as you can say what you want. Novak is already greatest, deal with it.
Serbia and Russia, brothers forever. So happy to see these two compete at such a high level and still show such humility and respect in both wins and losses. Novak will get his record breaking GS, happy that Daniil got his today.
ha ha ha ha ha ha
So true, брат
@@Diamantiii Skenderbeg ist Serbe wusstest du das nicht, nicht schlimm wenigstens habt ihr einen Serben als national Held, prüfe die Namen seiner Frau und Kinder, einen schönen Tag dir noch
"I've never said this to anybody but I'm gonna say it to you right now, for me you are the greatest tennis player in the history" 8 months later, this line still hits hard. And I'm saying this as a fedal fan, huge respect for novak and daniil of course.
Still going strong!
@@zeekrod8080 he is defying science at this point
no science defying moments and all@@user-cy6xl3vd3f It is pure determination and discipline Novak was the GOAT here itself
Love the speech from daniil. Very humble and massive respect. The sweet note at the end was beautiful! Congrats again for an amazing preformance Daniil!
*Russia is proud of you, Danya!* 🇷🇺💪🏻
2:22
@@sempreviva4564 everyone is I think
From getting booed to winning the crowd over, Daniil Medvedev has come a long way! Congratulations champ! 🏆
As Novaks fan, I am so sad about Novak, it was heartbreaking, but still happy for Danil, he played a tennis of his life, and absolutely deserve to be a winner. Congrats!
You still alive? 😂 24 🎉❤ He got it, no debate any more ❤
That was a very mature and respectable speech. Funny as well.
what did he say at last? L2 plus... didnt get it.. explain
@@KhanVlogsShowTime L2 + Left is the code for the brick wall fall / salmon dive celebration in FIFA, which was the celebration he did after he had won.
Disrespectful from the 2 tennis legends that are still on tour.
@@jacquem8125 he is only honest and without filters and this is too criticised nowadays
after this speech the crowd should've felt ashamed for how they treated him in the beginning of the game
They wanted to be part of history, no disrespect to Daniil, and yes they usually treat Novak poorly since the NYC crowd loves Roger and Rafa.
Both Novak and Danil are so classy when they lose, a lot of mutual respect between the two
@rafa Goat arguably
@rafa Goat sorry
@rafa Goat 😂😂😂
@rafa Goat im a Federer fan and for now i know its 20-20-20 but at the end of their careers Djokovic will be GOAT trust me.
@rafa Goat lol how ? he got smoked in his own backyard this year🤷♂️
Only legends can deliver such speech My respect to you man
Y’all throw the word legend around way too easy
Man, what a magnificent speech. So humble!
I don't understand people who give such a negative comments on both players. They didn't deserve that after such careers. Medvedev won and he deserved it!!! I'm Serbian and I'm very happy it's Daniil Medvedev who won if already needed to happen and believe that most of Serbians think same way. ❤🇷🇸🇷🇺❤
When I heard "I love you, Dasha" I thought what a beautiful way to end the victory speech! And then he came up with "L2 + Left."
"you are the greatest tennis player in the history" bravo daniil 💪 p.s. love from serbia to all of you guys who enjoyed the us open for the past 2 weeks 🇷🇸 ♥️ 🤟
From Istanbul With LOVE to our Neighbor Russian winner. YESSSSS, he is number 1 now, it is shameful for this American crowd to Boo Medvedev and Empire does not Shut them up. the amount of hatred in America towards the Russia is disgusting
@rafa Goat You again. I can't imagine how tough it had been for you all year. Djokovic fans doesn't celebrate others loses. But Fed and Nadal fans celebrates Djokovic's loses. It's really a shame that people like you exist.
@rafa Goat As a Rafa fan, it's disgraceful that you keep on posting these comments. Some Novak fans are exactly like you.
@@z1az285 No we aren't. Rafa fans are the worst because he is 3rd best player of all time. Djokovic deserves the respect he deserves from everyone with a brain.
@@AbhishekRaj-fk8cq And by the way I know exactly how many toxic Novak fans constantly insult all players including Nadal and Federer. Not just that, Medvedev, zverev too before the final. As you sow so shall you reap
The guy is a natural when it comes to speaking off the cuff in front of a crowd. Some people just have that talent and he does.
only 19 to go to match Nadal Federer and Djockovic - how hard it is to win a slam and it is staggering what those three have achieved
He already beat the 'greatest player of all time' in straight sets, it s already a staggering achievement
Djokovic with choke job in the Olympics and got cooked here...he was dropping sets every round and is out of his prime. Now GOAT debate will never end regardless of slam count in end
Doubtful it'll happen but what if they all remain at 20 forever... Would be kinda neat.
@@darrelkirtsch6767 goat is the one who broke most records. So far Novak broke most records. One more and no more talk about who the goat is. Even youngsters are starting to say Novak is the goat (zverev and danil said it)
This year Novak won 3 out of 4 GS. He is the only player to win every slam twice. Tsitsipas said that Djokovic is GOAT after RG final. Berretini said it in interviews. Zverev said it 2 days ago. Murray and Roddick said that Djokovic is the tennis GOAT. Now after the USO final even Medvedev said that Djokovic is the GOAT of tennis. I mean there is no more to prove, everything that is to come is just the icing on the cake.
L2 + left celebration 😂🔥.. Brilliant speech
Such a lovely speech....true sports person....respect.
what did he say at last? L2 plus... didnt get it.. explain
Your compliment for Novak Djokovic blew me away, Daniil. Instead of choosing to tear him down, you reconstructed his shattered soul at 0:57. A humbler champion, there is not.
❤
L2+left! Celebration absolute legend
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@@sooparticular Its a goal celebration on FIFA
@@2Hot2Handle37 whats FIFA?? is this a soccer video game??? sorry never hears of it
Daniil Medvedev has finally won a Grand Slam he deserved it he had been knocking on the door for a while he has been consistent winning on the tennis your now he's in the conversation this could be the changing of the guard the New Generation of Tennis players
Cound’t agree more, its now changing of the guards. 20 grand slam wins each for the 3 Millennials is enough.
Totally agree!
He is a true gentleman. Way to go Medvedev.
What a sweetheart!!!!!!! Novak has met his Novak🥰🥰 Danil is just wonderful. He didn't take the crowds boos personally.
Only legends will understand L2 + Left. Man, I am a legend then. It is a control combination for a celebration in FIFA game. Dude, this guy got my love ❤️
What a heartwarming speech! He’s my second favourite player after Novak, too bad i couldn’t root for his maiden slam because it was against Nole. Anyways, Congratulations Meddy💐
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Truely deserved it!!!
This was a similar speech Novak gave to Roger when he won against him… has Novak met his “Novak”?
Maybe🙂
Yes, Daniil is literally Novak 2.0 - his game style but also his personality is so similar to Nole.
Those kind of speeches are mainly meant to glorify themselves,as they are the ones who beat the "greatest" of all times,if you know what I mean.
I find it ironic and kinda mocking at ur opponent(even though it’s not intentional) when you beat ur opponent and tell them being the greatest of all times. When u beat the best, you are the best! Similar to what Novak said and did years ago to Federer and Nadal both lol.
Which match are you referring to?
always like Medvedev, very humor and humble person, and also a very professional tennis player. Glad to see he has slowly grown up and started to take over the Gig Three.
He played incredibly. Yes Djokovic undeniably suffered from nerves and fatigue, but medvedev was superb.
When he called nole the GOAT, goosebumps. Very humble and honest about his thoughts
His speech is too inspirational 👍 Next big tennis star
DM is so gracious - one of my favorite players now!
Well, I loved seeing modest celebrations and a humble speech from Medvedev. Hope that sets a precedent for the next-gen on how to be on and off-court, no matter what you have achieved.
Very humble in victory. Congratulations Daniil, for winning your FIRST Grand Slam. Its not easy to WIN against the world number #1👍!
This game and speech just shows on what level Daniil Medvedev is. He is starting to get respect from the best players. Keep going strong Daniil, hope you the best.
THIS GUY is NO EGO = brilliant personality !!!! respect
Very classy speech
Nice words from Danil. That was a brilliant speech and even better performance. He really deserves this moment. These two guys are my favourite on tour ❤
I’m in tears!!! such a class act 😭😭😭❤️❤️❤️
What an amazing, honest and truly humble speech...legendary !!! I have never heard a winner of a grandslam ever recognise an opponent in this manner...what an amazing human being. This man is the best of the rest on tour and deserves this win, he was the better player on the day. I love Novak with all my heart and soul...there will be many more years for him to achieve this task he has put his mind to..but congrats Daniil !!! Love you both !
Would an American tell a Russian you're the best. Politics has destroyed humanity. Congratulations Medvedev for proving Russians are super humans , so humble and respectful
Daniil! Congratulations and a happy family life and respect from all Russian fans 👏 ❤ You know how to give credit and respect to your rival after match what shows your noble nature!!!
Ты можешь по русски писать. Это его родной язык
@@alexterkin2189 ну девушка наверняка на инглише написала чтобы все поняли, а не только русские
"only legends will understand" was amazing lol, what a gamer
what did he say at last? L2 plus... didnt get it.. explain
@@KhanVlogsShowTime l2 plus left is the celebration on fifa that he did at the end
Medvdev is a future champion theres many more majors to come. Danill medvdev is very strong . Big serve , big forehand backhand a great mover for his height one of the best movers his pretty speacial definently my favourite tennis player
Love the speech of Medvedev. He deserved this title in all aspects.
Bravoooo Medvedev for such a great, sincere speech ... So great thoughts about Novak you said, bravooo for your pleasant attitude!! That's what sport's guys do!! Great job you made in US Open this year, keep going...!!!! My sincere hug ...
What a true gentleman, very humble and lots of respect for Novak. A great champion.
What a great champions. Maybe Novak has learned this evening more that if he had won. Daniil decerves this victory, great man, fun, humble, high class !
You can see that Daniil looks up and appreciates Novak a lot. It's nice to see them being respectful to each other. Both of them are great tennis players and great people. Wish them all the best.
I have nothing but respect for Med. Well done. Fully deserved. And big 👏 for Novak what he managed to do this season.
L2 + left celebration! 😂 absolute legende Medvedev.
*_Congrats, Daniil_* 👍 (from Djokovic fan) ❤❤❤
So sweet of him to mention his wedding anniversary in public. Lucky wife!
I still can't believe why I am happy as a Djokovic fan for Daniil.
Medvedev said that Djokovic is the best tennis player. I am very sure the same words will be addressed to him in the future. He has shown and proved it just now. Bravo Medvedev. I am your big fan.
This has got to be the greatest speech of all time.
What a gentleman he is.. You are so Humble Medvedev.. Down to earth.. You are my favorite after Roger Federer... ❤️❤️❤️
How romantic to DEDICATE this as a gift to his wife wow. 💖🥰
$2.5 M gift
@@zaezae2405 lot of sweat hard work and time off from her, she certainly deserves it for being with him through not such an easy life schedule. He got a big heart I love him for that. He is like Novak in so many ways. Russians and Serbians have always been similar.🥰 Novak once dedicated it to wife. Another to his son another to daughter. It's just amazing people on and off the count.
@@zaezae2405 🤑(🤣)
Medvedev is pure class and a gentleman always liked him well done and congratulations on your first grand slam victory
Vamos Rafaaa
@@parth2285 👍
R u really rafa
Watched the match live at the Arthur Ashe Stadium. Though the crowd was 90% for Djokovic, they're totally disrespectful towards Medvedev trying to break his momentum. The referee didn't help much either, but I'm glad the Medvedev won in the end :) Loved his "dead fish" celebration at the end
What a personality this guy has, respect and lots of success for your coming up tournaments 👍
Daniil is so humble.
My dears, I am sorry that Novak lost, but at the same time I am glad that Daniil won the first Grand Slam because he really deserved it. The Olympics hit me a lot harder, and so did Novak. This was just a bad day for Novak and a great game for Daniil, so there is no doubt that Novak will win more Grand Slams. After all, those words at the end that Medvedev said to Novak were enough.
Exactly darling. That was extraordinary. Plus standing ovation for Novak in the USA tonight eas longer than for the winner. That speaks volumes
I sure liked Meddy’s speech! Great winner, humble and sweet!
Novak's will be 35 the next year - so maybe a couple of Slams more. It's unbelievable which pressure he was under the last 2 months, if you don't take it, having Novak's mindset and ability to reset, then .... it's just insane. But of course for me as Russian it's a great day today. Med's calmness was like Novak's at his best moments.
Agree
@@ediccartman7252 I think it will be easier for him to win at RG(once rafa retires) and Wimbledon now since young guns favour the hard courts and nobody till now has adapted to clay and grass. I believe he can break Roger's record for oldest GS winner and maybe get to 22.Fingers crossed
Congrats to Medvedev for winning his first Grand Slam.. Respect to both guys and congratulations.
What a humble, talented & lovely guy Medvedev is! A highly well-deserved win!
The style of Meddy is suitable for the court of US open. The truly new generation has begun.
You are the greatest tennis player ever - Meddy literally killed every Nole hater right there.
Congrats! Great and heart-felt speech! You deserve more respect from the crowd.
what a world class Medvedev is. he's gonna win most grand slams among the other so called next gen.
Yeah, certainly. He's a notch above the rest of the "next gen" IMO as well.
Medvedev is so grounded and mature beyond age! I mean, he just said sorry for winning. Such a lovely gesture! Novak could surely get to 21 slams, next year.
Such a raw, original and pure. Doesn't butter or sugarcoat, just expresses from his heart
Daniil played like a true champion. He put Djoko against the ropes all the time...
He was playing not only against djoko but also against a massive crowd!
So happy for Medvedev. He finally got one.
Djokovic is the GOAT, but Danill is the nicest tennis player of all time.
This is called sportsmanship Love Dani respect great player
Medvedev: “i wanna finish the speech on the sweet note” Also Medvedev: “What i did after the match was L2 + Left” 😀
I have no idea at all-What does L2 + Left mean?
@@barbaranabwire7206 fifa?
@@barbaranabwire7206 fifa celebration
@@barbaranabwire7206 he did the salmon dive, its a fifa celebration. Daniil is jokes for doing that 😂😂😂😂
@@yusufluhar5881 ooh.... ha ha..
Very down to earth on winning and it hasn’t gone to his head yet…!
This guy is very special, am counting on him from couple of years. i think it was nadal who has this never die attitude and i become a fan of his fighting spirit. But nowadays after nadal i watch tennis for daniil because he is so composed not showing any drama and so consistent with his technically perfect tennis.
Spoken like a true champion. Congrats Daniil!
Love the speech! Daniil is so humble and respectful. Though we hope Novak to claim his 21st title in grand slam, the match today was still awesome. Congrats to Medvedev!!
Man really said "L2 + Left" 🤣🤣🤣 Its a celebration from FIFA 🤣
What an amazing presentation. Great to see the respect daniil has for novak. I am one of those who think Roger is the greatest given all circumstances but seeing all of these 3 makes me smile.
Emotional...and thoughtful. He's always very articulate. Not even his own language.
How humble !
Congratulations Daniil. You deserve it. I can't wait to see you guys playing again.
I love Daniil,he is so humble and genuinely funny.He deserved this win and I believe he'll win more slams to come.
Best victory speech
Tennis is so full of love right now. So precious.
Congratulations to Daniil! Nole is my Forever Fave, thank you for your kind words towards Nole.
Gamer and Grand Slam champion in straight sets against the GOAT? He's a legend for me already! :D
Congratulations Daniil. Well-deserved. We knew it was only a matter of time. Lucky wife, too! ❤