US Open 2023: Alcaraz defeats Zverev to reach semifinals
1 year, 3 months ago

US Open 2023: Alcaraz defeats Zverev to reach semifinals

The Hindu  

World number one Carlos Alcaraz finished off a drained Alexander Zverev 6-3, 6-2, 6-4 on Wednesday to move into the U.S. Open semi-finals where he will take on Daniil Medvedev in an intriguing clash featuring the last two Flushing Meadows champions. A U.S. Open finalist in 2020, Zverev showed up ready to fight but the tank emptied quickly, the 12th seed unable to keep pace as Alcaraz stepped on the gas to pull away for a straightforward win. READ |US Open 2023: No crown for ‘Queen Wen’ but Zheng learns valuable lessons Alcaraz had only four break point chances throughout the entire contest but made each one of them count. Another break to get in front 5-2 and a hold of serve left Alcaraz with a big smile and Zverev calling for a medical time out.

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ATP Finals 2024: Carlos Alcaraz on the brink of elimination after losing to Zverev
1 month, 1 week ago

ATP Finals 2024: Carlos Alcaraz on the brink of elimination after losing to Zverev

India Today  

Alexander Zverev continued his late surge in the 2024 season by beating his arch-rival Carlos Alcaraz in a group stage match of ATP Finals and pushing him to the brink of elimination. Zverev went to the top of the John Newcombe Group, one of the two groups in the tournament and qualified for the semi-finals of the prestigious season-ending tournament. …

Alexander Zverev brushes aside Carlos Alcaraz to power into final four at ATP Finals
1 month, 1 week ago

Alexander Zverev brushes aside Carlos Alcaraz to power into final four at ATP Finals

The Independent  

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ATP Finals: Zverev advances to semis; Alcaraz waits to see if he qualifies for last four
1 month, 1 week ago

ATP Finals: Zverev advances to semis; Alcaraz waits to see if he qualifies for last four

The Hindu  

Alexander Zverev is in the semifinals. Carlos Alcaraz, meanwhile, needs to wait to see if he will reach the last four at the ATP Finals. Zverev beat Alcaraz 7-6, 6-4 on Friday at the season-ending event for the year’s top eight players. Alcaraz needs Rublev to beat Ruud in the final group match later. So, Zverev will face Fritz in …

Alcaraz misses out as Zverev and Ruud complete semifinal field at ATP Finals
1 month, 1 week ago

Alcaraz misses out as Zverev and Ruud complete semifinal field at ATP Finals

Associated Press  

TURIN, Italy — Carlos Alcaraz was the big name missing when the last two semifinal spots were filled at the ATP Finals on Friday. Alcaraz’s 7-6, 6-4 loss to Alexander Zverev meant the French Open and Wimbledon champion — who has been sick this week — was eliminated from the elite, eight-man tournament. “If it’s not Roland Garros, but it’s …

Alcaraz overcomes physical issues to move back into contention at ATP Finals. Zverev wins again
1 month, 1 week ago

Alcaraz overcomes physical issues to move back into contention at ATP Finals. Zverev wins again

Associated Press  

TURIN, Italy — Carlos Alcaraz had his drop shot clicking and it helped him overcome physical issues to claim a 6-3, 7-6 victory over Andrey Rublev at the ATP Finals on Wednesday. Alcaraz said after the Ruud match on Monday that he hadn’t been feeling well and was “uncomfortable in the stomach.” The Spaniard then cut short a practice session …

Alexander Zverev satisfied with 2024 performance despite injury doubts
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Alexander Zverev satisfied with 2024 performance despite injury doubts

The Independent  

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Defending champion Novak Djokovic is shocked at the US Open, one night after Carlos Alcaraz lost
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Defending champion Novak Djokovic is shocked at the US Open, one night after Carlos Alcaraz lost

The Independent  

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Meet Botic van de Zanschulp, the man who stunned Carlos Alcaraz at US Open 2024
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Meet Botic van de Zanschulp, the man who stunned Carlos Alcaraz at US Open 2024

India Today  

Botic van de Zanschulp of the Netherlands had a dream day after he handed World No.3 Carlos Alcaraz a shock exit from the US Open 2024. On Thursday, it took Van de Zanschulp an hour and 19 minutes to beat the 21-year-old Alcaraz 6-1, 7-5, 6-4 at Arthur Ashe Stadium. History made for 🇳ðŸ‡ñ at the US Open pic.twitter.com/pSjrlbcR6k — …

US Open 2024: Carlos Alcaraz given a scare by qualifier Li Tu before advancing to second round
3 months, 3 weeks ago

US Open 2024: Carlos Alcaraz given a scare by qualifier Li Tu before advancing to second round

The Hindu  

Carlos Alcaraz was given a scare by Australian qualifier Li Tu in the first round of the U.S. Open on Tuesday before going on to seal a 6-2, 4-6, 6-3, 6-1 victory. Four-times Grand Slam champion Alcaraz, who lost to Novak Djokovic in the final of the Paris Olympics, got off to a hot start before the errors began to …

US Open order of play and today’s schedule including Emma Raducanu and Carlos Alcaraz
3 months, 4 weeks ago

US Open order of play and today’s schedule including Emma Raducanu and Carlos Alcaraz

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US Open 2024: Carlos Alcaraz twists his ankle in practice but says he is OK
4 months ago

US Open 2024: Carlos Alcaraz twists his ankle in practice but says he is OK

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Carlos Alcaraz cut short a U.S. Open training session on Saturday after twisting his right ankle but said he isn’t worried that it will be a problem for the year’s last Grand Slam tournament. “I didn’t feel comfortable enough to keep practicing, just in case if everything is going to be worse.” Alcaraz said he didn’t think …

US Open 2024: Medvedev, Zverev out to play spoiler role
4 months ago

US Open 2024: Medvedev, Zverev out to play spoiler role

The Hindu  

Daniil Medvedev and Alexander Zverev are among the contenders who can upend pre-tournament favourites Carlos Alcaraz and Novak Djokovic at the U.S. Open while Taylor Fritz is the best bet for ending America’s long wait for a men’s Grand Slam champion. Former U.S. Open champion Medvedev may not have had the best lead-up to the U.S. Open but the self-proclaimed …

Carlos Alcaraz smashes racket in Cincinnati Gael Monfils defeat
4 months, 1 week ago

Carlos Alcaraz smashes racket in Cincinnati Gael Monfils defeat

New York Times  

Carlos Alcaraz’s US Open preparations took a hit on Friday as he was beaten in the Cincinnati second round by Gael Monfils. Alcaraz smashed his racket in frustration after Monfils held to go 3-1 up in the deciding set, with the Spaniard squandering four break points in total in the set. GO DEEPER How to smash a tennis racket: Style, …

Hamburg Open: Zverev beats Martinez to reach 35th career final
5 months ago

Hamburg Open: Zverev beats Martinez to reach 35th career final

The Hindu  

World number four and defending champion Alexander Zverev reached his 35th career final with a straight-sets win over Pedro Martinez of Spain in Hamburg on Saturday. Top seed Zverev eased to a 6-2, 6-4 victory as the 27-year-old booked a spot in a third consecutive clay-court final after Rome and the French Open. But he’s a great talent and there’s …

Best of three
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Best of three

China Daily  

Spain's Carlos Alcaraz celebrates winning the French Open final against Germany's Alexander Zverev on Court Philippe-Chatrier at Roland Garros in Paris on Sunday. AFP As Carlos Alcaraz began constructing his comeback against Alexander Zverev in Sunday's French Open final, there arrived the sort of magical shot the Spaniard is making a regular part of his varied repertoire. Indeed, this was …

French Open 2024: In this Grand Slam final, I did everything I could, says Alexander Zverev
6 months, 2 weeks ago

French Open 2024: In this Grand Slam final, I did everything I could, says Alexander Zverev

The Hindu  

Alexander Zverev said Carlos Alcaraz was a deserving winner of the French Open on Sunday after the German watched an elusive first Grand Slam title slip again through his grasp. The 27-year-old Zverev, appearing in his second major final after the 2020 US Open, led by two sets to one before Alcaraz rallied for a 6-3, 2-6, 5-7, 6-1, 6-2 …

Alcaraz rallies in five-set thriller for maiden French Open title
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Alcaraz rallies in five-set thriller for maiden French Open title

China Daily  

Spain's Carlos Alcaraz celebrates with the French Open trophy after winning the men's singles final against Germany's Alexander Zverev in Roland Garros, Paris, France, on June 9, 2024. "Third Grand Slam, 21 years old, it's incredible," Zverev said. After winning five straight games to claim the second set, Zverev turned the final further on its head by winning another five …

Carlos Alcaraz rules Roland Garros, renews a Spanish tradition
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Carlos Alcaraz rules Roland Garros, renews a Spanish tradition

Hindustan Times  

The Coupe des Mousquetaires does land in the hands of a Spaniard, after all. Spain's Carlos Alcaraz kisses the trophy after winning the men's final of the French Open tennis tournament against Germany's Alexander Zverev at the Roland Garros stadium in Paris, France, Sunday, June 9 Carlos Alcaraz, the heir apparent to Rafael Nadal, is fast spreading his command. He’d …

Carlos Alcaraz outlasts Zverev to claim maiden French Open title; becomes youngest man to win a Slam on all surfaces
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Carlos Alcaraz outlasts Zverev to claim maiden French Open title; becomes youngest man to win a Slam on all surfaces

Hindustan Times  

Third seed Carlos Alcaraz on Sunday became the youngest ever ATP player to clinch a Grand Slam title on each of the three surfaces as he beat Alexander Zverev in the 6-3, 2-6, 5-7, 6-1, 6-2 in the 2024 French Open men's singles final at the Stade Roland Garros. Spain's Carlos Alcaraz celebrates after winning the men's singles final against …

Carlos Alcaraz beats Alexander Zverev to win his 1st French Open tittle
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Carlos Alcaraz beats Alexander Zverev to win his 1st French Open tittle

Live Mint  

Carlos Alcaraz came back to defeat Alexander Zverev 6-3, 2-6, 5-7, 6-1, 6-2 on Sunday and win the French Open for his third Grand Slam title. Alcaraz is a 21-year-old from Spain who grew up watching countryman Rafael Nadal win trophy after trophy at Roland Garros — a record 14 in all — and now has eclipsed Nadal as the …

French Open: Carlos Alcaraz wins 1st Roland Garros title after thriller vs Alexander Zverev
6 months, 2 weeks ago

French Open: Carlos Alcaraz wins 1st Roland Garros title after thriller vs Alexander Zverev

India Today  

Carlos Alcaraz won his maiden French Open title after beating Alexander Zverev in a thrilling 5-setter on Sunday, June 9 at Philippe-Chatrier. He became the seventh Spaniard after Rafael Nadal, Sergi Bruguera, Albert Costa, Carlos Moya, Juan Carlos Ferrero and Andreas Gimeno to win the Roland Garros title. French Open 2024 Final Highlights Alcaraz became the 1st man to win …

French Open 2024: Carlos Alcaraz Downs Alexander Zverev in Final to Clinch Roland Garros Title
6 months, 2 weeks ago

French Open 2024: Carlos Alcaraz Downs Alexander Zverev in Final to Clinch Roland Garros Title

News 18  

Carlos Alcaraz claimed the 2024 French Open men’s singles title on Sunday at Roland Garros with a win over Alexader Zverev in the championship clash. The 21-year-old Spaniard, Alcaraz, who grew up watching countryman Rafael Nadal win trophy after trophy at Roland Garros — a record 14 in all — has now eclipsed Nadal to become the youngest man to …

Carlos Alcaraz wins the French Open for a third Grand Slam title at 21 by beating Alexander Zverev
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Carlos Alcaraz wins the French Open for a third Grand Slam title at 21 by beating Alexander Zverev

Associated Press  

PARIS — As Carlos Alcaraz began constructing his comeback in Sunday’s French Open final, a 6-3, 2-6, 5-7, 6-1, 6-2 victory over Alexander Zverev for a first championship at Roland Garros and third Grand Slam title in all, there arrived the sort of magical shot the kid is making a regular part of his varied repertoire. 1 at the moment …

Carlos Alcaraz wins his first French Open title
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Carlos Alcaraz wins his first French Open title

LA Times  

Carlos Alcaraz falls to the clay court as he celebrates winning the French Open on Sunday in Paris. As Carlos Alcaraz began constructing his comeback in Sunday’s French Open final, a 6-3, 2-6, 5-7, 6-1, 6-2 victory over Alexander Zverev for a first championship at Roland Garros and third Grand Slam title in all, there arrived the sort of magical …

Alexander Zverev reaches the French Open final on the day his court case is resolved in Germany
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Alexander Zverev reaches the French Open final on the day his court case is resolved in Germany

Associated Press  

PARIS — Alexander Zverev’s day began with the announcement of an out-of-court settlement that brought an end to a domestic violence case in his native Germany. Hours before Zverev’s semifinal began in Paris, word emerged from Berlin that a district court there ended a trial stemming from an ex-girlfriend’s accusation of assault during a 2020 argument. The opponent in Zverev’s …

Carlos Alcaraz will play Alexander Zverev in the first French Open final for each
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Carlos Alcaraz will play Alexander Zverev in the first French Open final for each

Associated Press  

PARIS — Carlos Alcaraz started poorly and fell behind early in his French Open semifinal against Jannik Sinner. “I didn’t know what the occasion means.” This will be the first French Open men’s final without Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic or Roger Federer since 2004. “I learned from last year’s match against Djokovic, when I was in the same position as …

French Open 2024: Alcaraz goes past Sinner in five-set thriller to reach final
6 months, 2 weeks ago

French Open 2024: Alcaraz goes past Sinner in five-set thriller to reach final

The Hindu  

Spain’s Carlos Alcaraz recovered from a woeful start to beat an inconsistent Jannik Sinner 2-6, 6-3, 3-6, 6-4, 6-3 and qualify for his maiden French Open final after a see-saw encounter on Friday. Australian Open champion Sinner, who will take over as world number one next week, bowed out when he returned a massive forehand down the line wide on …

Alexander Zverev beats Casper Ruud to set up French Open final with Carlos Alcaraz
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Alexander Zverev beats Casper Ruud to set up French Open final with Carlos Alcaraz

New York Times  

Alexander Zverev will play Carlos Alcaraz in the men’s final of the French Open on Sunday in Paris. 4th seed Zverev beat a visibly unwell Casper Ruud, the 7th seed, 2-6, 6-2, 6-4, 6-2 to reach the final at the third time of asking, on the same day that the Tiergarten Court in Berlin confirmed that he had settled a …

French Open 2024: Zverev sees off Belgium’s Goffin to reach third round
6 months, 3 weeks ago

French Open 2024: Zverev sees off Belgium’s Goffin to reach third round

The Hindu  

World number four Alexander Zverev reached the French Open third round with a 7-6 6-2 6-2 victory over experienced Belgian David Goffin on Thursday, three days after beating Rafael Nadal. Former quarter-finalist Goffin nearly claimed Zverev’s serve in the fourth game but the German held firm, mixing up his strokes well to close out the match in straight sets. “I …

French Open 2024: Alcaraz fights off De Jong to reach third round
6 months, 3 weeks ago

French Open 2024: Alcaraz fights off De Jong to reach third round

The Hindu  

Spain’s Carlos Alcaraz reached the French Open third round but suffered a worrying loss of form midway through his match against Dutch qualifier Jesper de Jong before winning 6-3 6-4 2-6 6-2 on Wednesday. The third seed was forced to work hard for a two-set lead under the Court Philippe Chatrier roof, but 176th-ranked De Jong refused to be intimidated …

French Open 2024: Nadal goes down to Zverev in straight sets, exits Roland Garros in opening round for the first time
6 months, 3 weeks ago

French Open 2024: Nadal goes down to Zverev in straight sets, exits Roland Garros in opening round for the first time

The Hindu  

Rafael Nadal crashed to his earliest exit at the French Open on Monday after a 6-3,7-6, 6-3 first-round defeat by fourth seed Alexander Zverev, with fans wondering if the 14-time champion will return to the Grand Slam he has ruled for two decades. We love you too Rafa, and we hope to see you again next year 🧡#RolandGarrospic.twitter.com/7hX4Gw46WE — Roland-Garros …

Zverev’s stock is rising for the French Open amid questions over Djokovic, Nadal, Sinner and Alcaraz
7 months ago

Zverev’s stock is rising for the French Open amid questions over Djokovic, Nadal, Sinner and Alcaraz

Associated Press  

ROME — Top-ranked Novak Djokovic hasn’t won a tournament all year. Considering the state of his rivals in the top five, Alexander Zverev’s credentials entering Roland Garros are looking pretty good following his second Italian Open title. It’s been a long road of recovery for the fifth-ranked Zverev after tearing three ligaments in his right ankle during the 2022 French …

The Italian Open was where Zverev’s career took off. Another title in Rome signals a career revival
7 months ago

The Italian Open was where Zverev’s career took off. Another title in Rome signals a career revival

Associated Press  

ROME — The Italian Open was where it all began for Alexander Zverev with his first Masters Series title seven years ago. “I didn’t know whether I was ever going to be on this stage — regardless of winning or losing — so this moment is extremely special.” It was Zverev’s third final in Rome. “It took me time to …

Zverev beats injury scare to reach Rome semis as Collins sets up Sabalenka clash
7 months, 1 week ago

Zverev beats injury scare to reach Rome semis as Collins sets up Sabalenka clash

China Daily  

Germany's Alexander Zverev celebrates winning his quarter final match against Taylor Fritz of the US at the Italian Open at Foro Italico, Rome, Italy May 15, 2024. ROME - Alexander Zverev reached his 18th Masters semi-final in Rome on Wednesday but only after a worrying fall which sparked memories of the horror injury he suffered at the French Open two …

Madrid Open 2024: Champion Alcaraz passes ‘test of fire’ to reach last 16
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Madrid Open 2024: Champion Alcaraz passes ‘test of fire’ to reach last 16

The Hindu  

Carlos Alcaraz passed a “test of fire” to breeze into the Madrid Open last 16 with a straight sets victory over Thiago Seyboth Wild on Sunday, demonstrating he is over his injury worries before the French Open. The double defending champion came through 6-3, 6-3 and will face last year’s runner-up Jan-Lennard Struff in the next round after another impressive …

Miami Open: 'Perfect' Girgor Dimitrov stuns Carlos Alcaraz to book Alexander Zverev semi-final
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Miami Open: 'Perfect' Girgor Dimitrov stuns Carlos Alcaraz to book Alexander Zverev semi-final

Firstpost  

Carlos Alcaraz conceded he just had no answer to Grigor Dimitrov’s brilliant performance. AP World number two Carlos Alcaraz was knocked out of the Miami Open quarter-finals on Thursday, beaten 6-2, 6-4 by Bulgarian Grigor Dimitrov. Dimitrov played sparkling and energetic tennis to beat the Spanish top seed and will now face Germany’s Alexander Zverev for a place in the …

Carlos Alcaraz sinks Gael Monfils to advance in Miami Open
8 months, 4 weeks ago

Carlos Alcaraz sinks Gael Monfils to advance in Miami Open

Hindustan Times  

Top seed Carlos Alcaraz powered into the fourth round of the Miami Open with a 6-2, 6-4 win over French veteran Gael Monfils at Hard Rock Stadium on Monday. Carlos Alcaraz, of Spain, celebrates a point against Gael Monfils, of France, during the Miami Open tennis tournament The 37-year-old Monfils was coping well with the power play of the talented …

Alcaraz to meet Medvedev in Indian Wells final again
9 months, 1 week ago

Alcaraz to meet Medvedev in Indian Wells final again

The Hindu  

Defending champion Carlos Alcaraz of Spain and Russian fourth seed Daniil Medvedev will clash in Sunday’s final of the Indian Wells in a rematch of last year’s summit clash after both prevailed in intense three-setters on Saturday. Alcaraz came from behind to beat Jannik Sinner 1-6 6-3 6-2 before Medvedev edged out American Tommy Paul 1-6 7-6 6-2 in the …

Australian Open 2024 | Medvedev battles back from two sets to defeat Zverev
10 months, 4 weeks ago

Australian Open 2024 | Medvedev battles back from two sets to defeat Zverev

The Hindu  

Daniil Medvedev battled into a third Australian Open final on January 26 with a come-from-behind five-set defeat of Alexander Zverev to set up a title match against Jannik Sinner. Medvedev stepped in slightly from his deep baseline position in the third set and it altered the dynamic, with a more aggressive net game pushing the set to a tiebreak that …

Australian Open 2024: Medvedev outlasts Zverev to book Sinner showdown in final
10 months, 4 weeks ago

Australian Open 2024: Medvedev outlasts Zverev to book Sinner showdown in final

The Hindu  

Daniil Medvedev fought back from the brink to defeat Alexander Zverev 5-7, 3-6, 7-6, 7-6, 6-3 on Friday in a thrilling semifinal and reach the Australian Open title clash with the third seed gunning for his second Grand Slam trophy. Having suffered heartbreak at Melbourne Park in back-to-back final defeats by Novak Djokovic and Rafa Nadal in 2021 and 2022, …

Zverev’s Australian Open semifinal run draws attention on and off the court
11 months ago

Zverev’s Australian Open semifinal run draws attention on and off the court

The Hindu  

Alexander Zverev’s run to a second Australian Open semifinal has drawn attention to his business in other courts. READ | Alexander Zverev stuns Carlos Alcaraz to make Australian Open semis A win on Friday would earn the Olympic gold medalist a spot in Sunday’s championship decider against 10-time Australian Open winner Novak Djokovic or No. That move came five months …

Zverev’s Australian Open semifinal run draws attention on and off the courts
11 months ago

Zverev’s Australian Open semifinal run draws attention on and off the courts

Associated Press  

MELBOURNE, Australia — Alexander Zverev’s run to a second Australian Open semifinal has drawn attention to his business in other courts. That move came five months after the ATP said there was “insufficient evidence” to substantiate allegations of domestic abuse against Zverev made by another former girlfriend. The ATP began investigating from October 2021 after Zverev’s former girlfriend, Olya Sharypova, …

Australian Open: Alexander Zverev Stuns Carlos Alcaraz to Make Semi-final
11 months ago

Australian Open: Alexander Zverev Stuns Carlos Alcaraz to Make Semi-final

News 18  

Alexander Zverev stunned dynamic Spaniard Carlos Alcaraz in the early hours of Thursday to surge into an Australian Open semi-final against Daniil Medvedev, weathering a big fightback from the world number two. The stars align for Sascha in Melbourne ✨@AlexZverev returns to the AO semifinals and is one step closer to a maiden Grand Slam trophy ✨@wwos • @espn • …

Zverev ousts Alcaraz to move into Australian Open semis against Medvedev. Zheng into 1st semifinal
11 months ago

Zverev ousts Alcaraz to move into Australian Open semis against Medvedev. Zheng into 1st semifinal

Associated Press  

MELBOURNE, Australia — After backhanding the ball into the crowd when Carlos Alcaraz sent his service return too long, Alexander Zverev screamed. Alcaraz won Wimbledon last year and was the only player to beat 10-time Australian Open winner Novak Djokovic in a Grand Slam match in 2023. It’s not always helpful but I’m happy I got it at the end.” …

Alexander Zverev knocks Carlos Alcaraz out of Australian Open with serving masterclass
11 months ago

Alexander Zverev knocks Carlos Alcaraz out of Australian Open with serving masterclass

The Telegraph  

Good morning and welcome to coverage of the last men’s quarter-final match at the Australian Open between Carlos Alcaraz and Alexander Zverev. “I’m tired, for sure, because I played 7-6 in the fifth set again two times out of the last three matches, but I’m not dead. “I expect it to be very different, to be honest.” For Alcaraz, he …

Australian Open: Zverev ousts Alcaraz to set up semifinal clash against Medvedev
11 months ago

Australian Open: Zverev ousts Alcaraz to set up semifinal clash against Medvedev

New Indian Express  

MELBOURNE: Alexander Zverev made no mistake with his second chance to close out a win over No. Alcaraz won Wimbledon last year and was the only player to beat 10-time Australian Open winner Novak Djokovic in a Grand Slam match in 2023. It was Zverev’s first win over a top-5 player at a Grand Slam, and the reward was a …

Alcaraz sets up Australian Open quarterfinal against Zverev. Four first-timers into women’s last 8
11 months ago

Alcaraz sets up Australian Open quarterfinal against Zverev. Four first-timers into women’s last 8

Associated Press  

MELBOURNE, Australia — Wimbledon champion Carlos Alcaraz will meet Olympic gold medalist Alexander Zverev in the Australian Open quarterfinals and Daniil Medvedev is also back in a last eight that is stacked with the top six seeds. The first of the men’s quarterfinals — 10-time Australian Open champion Novak Djokovic vs. No. “Every match I’m playing, I’m feeling better and …

Australian Open 2024: Alcaraz reaches second week at Melbourne for first time
11 months ago

Australian Open 2024: Alcaraz reaches second week at Melbourne for first time

The Hindu  

Carlos Alcaraz eased into the fourth round of the Australian Open for the first time on Saturday after Chinese wildcard Shang Juncheng retired hurt while trailing their uneven contest 6-1 6-1 1-0. “It’s not the way anybody wants to move on and I wish him a speedy recovery,” said second seed Alcaraz, who will play Serbian Miomir Kecmanovic in the …

Alexander Zverev survive scares as Carlos Alcaraz masters Melbourne wind at Australian Open 2024
11 months, 1 week ago

Alexander Zverev survive scares as Carlos Alcaraz masters Melbourne wind at Australian Open 2024

Hindustan Times  

Iga Swiatek and Alexander Zverev both had to fight their way back from the brink of defeat to reach the third round of the Australian Open on Thursday, a day of close shaves and tight matches at Melbourne Park. Spain's Carlos Alcaraz celebrates after victory against Italy's Lorenzo Sonego during their men's singles match Carlos Alcaraz had a less fraught …

Zverev wins his opener in Australia a day after he’s ordered to stand trial in assault case in May
11 months, 1 week ago

Zverev wins his opener in Australia a day after he’s ordered to stand trial in assault case in May

Associated Press  

MELBOURNE, Australia — Olympic tennis champion Alexander Zverev won his opening match at the Australian Open on Tuesday, a day after being ordered to stand trial later this year in an assault case in Germany. The sixth-seeded Zverev dropped the first set before rallying to beat fellow German Dominik Koepfer 4-6, 6-3, 7-6, 6-3 in a night match on Melbourne’s …

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