Nineteen of Daniil Medvedev's 21 titles have been achieved on hard courts
A resurgent the Russian player claimed his first championship for 882 days with victory over Frenchman Moutet in the Almaty Open title decider.
The athlete, a ex- top-ranked player, has experienced a torrid season, achieving just a single victory at the major tournaments and suffering a meltdown at the New York tournament.
His varied form on the tennis tour - and struggles with his serving in particular - resulted in him exiting of the elite rankings and finally separating with long-time trainer Cervara.
Presently working with Thomas Johansson and his other coach, he has steadily advanced in the past month - culminating in a tightly fought three-set win over opponent Corentin Moutet.
This represents Medvedev's first trophy following the Rome competition and initial on a hard court since March of 2023.
Success also indicates the Russian has achieved twenty-one titles at 21 distinct tournaments.
"It's the first time I have attended a competition with my two daughters simultaneously, so to get a trophy is really nice," stated world number 14 the champion.
"This championship is in tribute of my child her name, because the maiden victory I won when my child Alisa was delivered was for her."
Medvedev, the 2021 US Open champion, had failed in his past six title deciders, comprising in Halle previously this season.
The player's defensive approach and recurring emotional displays on court had caused commentators to question if his ability to perform at the highest level was finished.
However the player has implemented adjustments in recent weeks, striving to approach the net and compete aggressively, supported by an improved serving game.
He fought back from a break down in the opening set against the tricky opponent, taking 4 of the last five points to gain the advantage.
The pair traded breaks in the middle set before Moutet, bidding for his maiden ATP Tour title, gained dominance to create a decider.
The opponent defended 4 early chances in a close third set before the Russian won the break to fifteen to serve for the match.
Appropriately, he earned victory with a shot at the net, with the Frenchman incapable to control a volley after over two and a half hours.
