The Mubadala Citi Open in Washington, D.C. features exciting matchups in the third round, where the highlight will be the match between Frances Tiafoe and Flavio Cobolli. Tiafoe, ranked 11th, is the home favorite and has shown resilience in his matches, including a hard-fought victory over Aleksandar Kovacevic, winning 7-5, 3-6, 6-3 to advance. The 25-year-old American seeks to reach the quarterfinals for the fourth consecutive time at this esteemed tournament.
Tiafoe’s upcoming opponent, Cobolli, who is now ranked 18th, is not to be underestimated. With an impressive performance at Wimbledon and having won 23 matches so far in 2025, he poses a considerable challenge. Tiafoe has previously bested Cobolli in their last encounter, but given Cobolli’s recent growth as a player, this match will undoubtedly be competitive. Tiafoe will benefit from the support of the home crowd, while Cobolli may be feeling the effects of a demanding Hopman Cup week.
In another key matchup, Daniil Medvedev will face Yibing Wu, a player on the rise despite currently sitting at No. 245. Wu has shown promise during the tournament, winning four matches, including victories over notable competitors Gael Monfils and Alexei Popyrin. Medvedev, the 14th seed, will look to leverage his experience, especially after a strong comeback against Reilly Opelka. Although Medvedev is not currently at his peak form, his track record on U.S. hard courts provides him an advantageous edge.
The stakes are high in these matches, with both Tiafoe and Medvedev looking to secure their spots in the quarterfinals as they continue their quests for the title.