ATP Tokyo: Medvedev Through to the Quarterfinals, Nishioka Upset by Griekspoor

Medvedev Cruises to Quarterfinals

World No. 4 Daniil Medvedev made light work of Miomir Kecmanovic in the Round of 16 at the ATP Tokyo Open on Wednesday. The Russian star fired 12 aces and won 71% of his first serve points to secure a comfortable 6-4, 6-2 victory.

Medvedev will now face either Oscar Otte or Christopher O'Connell in the quarterfinals.

Nishioka's Title Defense Ends

Hometown favorite Yoshihito Nishioka's title defense at the ATP Tokyo Open came to an abrupt end in the second round. The Japanese No. 1 was stunned by Tallon Griekspoor of the Netherlands, 6-3, 6-4.

Griekspoor, ranked 48th in the world, dominated with his powerful serve and aggressive groundstrokes. He broke Nishioka's serve three times and saved all four break points he faced.

Other Notable Results

• Frances Tiafoe defeated Jaume Munar 6-3, 6-4.
• Botic van de Zandschulp outlasted Daniel Evans 7-6(4), 4-6, 7-5.
• Taylor Fritz advanced with a walkover victory over Alex de Minaur.

The ATP Tokyo Open continues on Thursday with the quarterfinals. Top seed Cameron Norrie will be in action against Emil Ruusuvuori, while second seed Nick Kyrgios faces Kamil Majchrzak.