Daniil Medvedev defeated Juncheng Shang 6–1, 6–3 in the second round of the ATP Masters 1000 event in Dubai on a hard court. As the heavy pre-match favourite at 1.18 odds, Medvedev delivered an expected performance, dominating the young Chinese player who entered at 4.69. The Russian's control was evident throughout, with Shang unable to sustain competitive resistance in either set. Medvedev's commanding display underscores his status as a leading contender in the tournament, while Shang's early exit reflects the gulf in experience and consistency at this level.