Medvedev defeats Nakashima to win Brisbane trophy before Australian Open

Al JazeeraCenterEN 2 min read 100% complete by By News AgenciesJanuary 11, 2026 at 01:18 PM

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Daniil Medvedev defeated Brandon Nakashima in straight sets at the Brisbane International final on January 11, 2026, securing his 22nd ATP Tour title. The Russian, a three-time Australian Open runner-up, won 6-2, 7-6 (7/1) in 96 minutes. Medvedev dominated the first set but faced a stronger challenge from Nakashima in the second, ultimately winning in a tiebreak. This victory serves as ideal preparation for Medvedev ahead of the Australian Open, which begins in Melbourne on January 18. He previously reached the final in Brisbane in 2019 and expressed his satisfaction in winning the trophy this year.

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