Daniil Medvedev snapped a four-match Grand Slam losing streak with a 7-5, 6-2, 7-6(2) victory over Jesper de Jong at the Australian Open. The 11th seed, who had lost in the first round of the French Open, Wimbledon, and US Open in 2025, is now a perfect 6-0 to start 2026 after also winning the Brisbane International.

The Russian, known for his on-court intensity, says he's making a conscious effort to channel more positivity. This mental shift follows a turbulent 2025 season where he dropped from fifth to 18th in the rankings, split with longtime coach Gilles Cervara, and saw his title drought end only with the Almaty Open in October.

Medvedev's new team, including Thomas Johansson and Rohan Goetzke, appears to be stabilizing his game. After failing to serve out the match twice, he endured a 2-hour, 53-minute battle to advance. He now faces Frenchman Quentin Halys, aiming to build momentum in a season where his mental approach is the biggest headline.