It was a case study of each man’s skills with racquet and heart. In the end, one man’s beat stronger just when it mattered most.

Despite the disagreement, the German employed an even higher level of play to get back into the match with Stefanos Tsitsipas.

One triumphed in Monte Carlo, the other tasted victory in Madrid. On Friday, one will move within a victory of finishing their strong clay-court season with the crown jewel at Roland Garros.

The German has been aided in the last two years by a new attitude he’s taken to competing at the majors.

Tsitsipas attempts to scale a steep head-to-head against a surging Medvedev, while doubles partners Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova and Elena Rybakina face off.

Along with other players, the two watched Max Verstappen win the car race.

The 23-year-old American kicked off his Miami Open campaign Friday, winning eight of 11 net points during his 6-2, 6-2 win over countryman Marcos Giron.

With the Big 3 missing, here’s a chance for someone new to hoist one of the prestigious trophies.