Thomas Johansson Named New Coach for Daniil Medvedev

September 7, 2025 3:37pm

Thomas Johansson takes on the role of coach for Daniil Medvedev after a disappointing season for the Russian star.

Key details

• Johansson appointed as Medvedev's new coach after Cervara split.
• Plans to evaluate coaching team during Asian tournaments.
• Medvedev's 2025 season was disappointing with early exits and no ATP titles.
• Johansson has prior coaching experience with notable players.

Swedish tennis player Thomas Johansson has been appointed as the new coach of Russian tennis star Daniil Medvedev. This change follows Medvedev's disappointing performances in 2025, including a first-round exit at the US Open and the decision to part ways with long-time coach Gilles Cervara, with whom he achieved significant success, including a US Open title in 2021.

Johansson, who won the Australian Open in 2002 and has previously coached players like Caroline Wozniacki and David Goffin, is set to work alongside Rohan Goetzke in a new coaching team for Medvedev. An official statement confirmed that their collaboration has already begun, with training sessions currently underway as they prepare for upcoming tournaments in Asia, marking an evaluation period to assess their synergy.

Historically, Medvedev had a challenging season, culminating in a year with no ATP titles and only a second-round finish in Grand Slam tournaments, notably at the Australian Open. Fans and analysts are optimistic that the new coaching dynamic could usher in a revitalization of Medvedev’s game as they look towards the 2026 season and beyond.

This article was translated and synthesized from Swedish sources, providing English-speaking readers with local perspectives.