Alexander Zverev beats Casper Ruud to set up French Open final with Carlos Alcaraz
9 months, 3 weeks ago

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

Hindustan Times  

Alexander Zverev exacted revenge on Casper Ruud at the French Open on Friday to reach his second Grand Slam final and first since 2020, with Carlos Alcaraz standing between him and the title. Germany's Alexander Zverev celebrates winning his semifinal match of the French Open tennis tournament against Norway's Casper Ruud at the Roland Garros stadium in Paris, Friday, June 7, 2024. But the German raised his game, reaching his first French Open final and keeping his hopes of a maiden Grand Slam title alive. "I was not ready then to win my first Grand Slam final," said Zverev, the first German man to make the final since Michael Stich in 1996.

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Dominant Jannik Sinner wins Australian Open again as Alexander Zverev ‘not good enough’ - live
2 months ago

Dominant Jannik Sinner wins Australian Open again as Alexander Zverev ‘not good enough’ - live

The Independent  

✕ Close Novak Djokovic breaks silence after retiring from Australian Open Jannik Sinner defeated Alexander Zverev to win the Australian Open for the second year in a row, as the World No 1 added a third grand slam singles title with a 6-3 7-6 6-3 victory to deny the German his first major. Sinner, 23, produced a dominant display to …

Djokovic backs Zverev after heartbreaking Australian Open final: 'You have it in you'
2 months ago

Djokovic backs Zverev after heartbreaking Australian Open final: 'You have it in you'

Firstpost  

After a heartbreaking loss for Alexander Zverev in the Australian Open 2025 final, Novak Djokovic extended his support to the German, encouraging the star tennis player to persevere despite the loss. Alexander Zverev’s third campaign for a first Grand Slam title ended in a disappointing heartbreak as he went down in straight sets to Jannik Sinner in the Australian Open …

Novak Djokovic's heartfelt message to Alexander Zverev on Australian Open loss; Rafael Nadal congratulates Jannik Sinner
2 months ago

Novak Djokovic's heartfelt message to Alexander Zverev on Australian Open loss; Rafael Nadal congratulates Jannik Sinner

Hindustan Times  

Novak Djokovic shared a heartfelt message to Alexander Zverev after the second seed lost in straight sets against Jannik Sinner in the Australian Open final on Sunday at the Rod Laver Arena. Sinner won 6-3, 7-6, 6-3 in a two-hour, 42-minute encounter as he not only defended his Melbourne crowd, but also became the first Italian to lift three Grand …

Australian Open: Alexander Zverev loses a third Grand Slam final, this time to Jannik Sinner
2 months ago

Australian Open: Alexander Zverev loses a third Grand Slam final, this time to Jannik Sinner

Associated Press  

MELBOURNE, Australia — Alexander Zverev described himself as “quite down” and “quite emotional” after once again coming within one win of earning his first Grand Slam title. And unlike his first two defeats in major finals — both of which he led, and both of which went five sets — Zverev did not come close to reaching the finish line …

Australian Open 2025: Sinner beats Zverev, wins second title in a row in Melbourne
2 months ago

Australian Open 2025: Sinner beats Zverev, wins second title in a row in Melbourne

The Hindu  

Jannik Sinner retained his Australian Open title with an emphatic 6-3, 7-6, 6-3 win over Alexander Zverev on Sunday, breaking new ground for Italian tennis and leaving his German rival smarting after a third Grand Slam final defeat. World number one Sinner became Italy’s first player to win three Grand Slam crowns, moving past Nicola Pietrangeli, who won back-to-back men’s …

Keep believing: Djokovic motivates heartbroken Zverev after Australian Open final
2 months ago

Keep believing: Djokovic motivates heartbroken Zverev after Australian Open final

India Today  

Novak Djokovic had words of motivation for Alexander Zverev, who failed to win his maiden Grand Slam. Zverev fell short in the Australian Open final where Jannik Sinner defeated him 6-3, 7-6, 6-3 at the Rod Laver Arena. Australian Open 2025 men's singles final Highlights Congratulating Sinner, Djokovic wrote, “Auguri”, which roughly means 'all the best', or 'best wishes', or …

Graceful Zverev accepts defeat in Australian Open final: I wasn't good enough
2 months ago

Graceful Zverev accepts defeat in Australian Open final: I wasn't good enough

India Today  

Alexander Zverev gracefully accepted defeat and admitted that he wasn’t “good enough” in the final of the Australian Open 2025. On Sunday, January 26, World No.1 Jannik Sinner beat Zverev 6-3, 7-6, 6-3 in the summit clash at the Rod Laver Arena to defend his crown at Melbourne Park. pic.twitter.com/8lUokiScZ7 — José Morgado January 26, 2025 Back in 2020, Zverev …

Retiring Novak Djokovic booed as Alexander Zverev tells off Australian Open crowd
2 months, 1 week ago

Retiring Novak Djokovic booed as Alexander Zverev tells off Australian Open crowd

The Independent  

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Novak Djokovic declares Australian Open final favourite: ‘I’ll be cheering for him’
2 months, 1 week ago

Novak Djokovic declares Australian Open final favourite: ‘I’ll be cheering for him’

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Australian Open 2025: Zverev defends Djokovic after crowd jeers 10-time champion for semifinal retirement
2 months, 1 week ago

Australian Open 2025: Zverev defends Djokovic after crowd jeers 10-time champion for semifinal retirement

The Hindu  

Alexander Zverev defended Novak Djokovic for pulling out of their Australian Open semifinal with injury Friday, after the 24-time Grand Slam champion was booed by some spectators as he left court. READ | Novak Djokovic still targeting Grand Slam wins after Melbourne setback “So, I think we should stop blaming Novak. “I think we should all just respect that in …

Djokovic retires hurt to send Zverev into Australian Open final
2 months, 1 week ago

Djokovic retires hurt to send Zverev into Australian Open final

Deccan Chronicle  

Melbourne: Novak Djokovic retired injured after losing a gruelling first set of his Australian Open semi-final to Alexander Zverev, leaving his bid for a record 25th Grand Slam crown in tatters on Friday. #AO2025 pic.twitter.com/d5VJ6YNBeN It means Djokovic has now gone five Grand Slams without winning the title he needs to surpass Margaret Court's 24 and become the all-time leader. …

Australian Open: Djokovic retires injured to put Zverev in final
2 months, 1 week ago

Australian Open: Djokovic retires injured to put Zverev in final

The Hindu  

Novak Djokovic retired injured after losing the first set 7-6 against Alex Zverev on Friday to put the German through to his first Australian Open final. Zverev will meet the winner of the Jannik Sinner and Ben Shelton match in Sunday's decider as he bids for his first Grand Slam title. Djokovic’s long wait for a record 25th major title …

Australian Open: Djokovic faces Zverev semi-final test in pursuit of 25th Slam title
2 months, 1 week ago

Australian Open: Djokovic faces Zverev semi-final test in pursuit of 25th Slam title

Deccan Chronicle  

Melbourne: Novak Djokovic throws his ailing 37-year-old body into an Australian Open semi-final against Alexander Zverev on Friday while defending champion Jannik Sinner faces Ben Shelton. Djokovic and German world number two Zverev are first up at 2:30 pm on Rod Laver Arena as the Serbian great closes in on a record 25th Grand Slam title. Last year at the …

Novak Djokovic vs Alexander Zverev: Who will win? Breaking down Australian Open semifinal clash
2 months, 1 week ago

Novak Djokovic vs Alexander Zverev: Who will win? Breaking down Australian Open semifinal clash

Hindustan Times  

“It felt like it was finals of a Slam,” Novak Djokovic said after outsmarting Carlos Alcaraz in a come-from-behind win in the Australian Open quarterfinals on Tuesday. Novak Djokovic will face Alexander Zverev in Australian Open semifinal On Friday, Djokovic will undergo another stiff test when he takes on second seed Alexander Zverev in the first semifinal, scheduled for the …

Djokovic mentally ready for Zverev
Top News
2 months, 1 week ago

Djokovic mentally ready for Zverev

China Daily  

Serbia's Novak Djokovic hits a return against Spain's Carlos Alcaraz during their Australian Open quarterfinal match in Melbourne on Tuesday. Djokovic beat Alcaraz 4-6, 6-4,6-3, 6-4 in a gladiatorial battle worthy of a title clash to charge into the semifinals and remain in the hunt for a record 25th Grand Slam title. AFP/AP MELBOURNE — Novak Djokovic feels as mentally …

Djokovic mentally ready for Zverev
Top News
2 months, 1 week ago

Djokovic mentally ready for Zverev

China Daily  

Serbia's Novak Djokovic hits a return against Spain's Carlos Alcaraz during their Australian Open quarterfinal match in Melbourne on Tuesday. Djokovic beat Alcaraz 4-6, 6-4,6-3, 6-4 in a gladiatorial battle worthy of a title clash to charge into the semifinals and remain in the hunt for a record 25th Grand Slam title. AFP/AP MELBOURNE — Novak Djokovic feels as mentally …

Djokovic mentally ready for Zverev
2 months, 1 week ago

Djokovic mentally ready for Zverev

China Daily  

Serbia's Novak Djokovic hits a return against Spain's Carlos Alcaraz during their Australian Open quarterfinal match in Melbourne on Tuesday. Djokovic beat Alcaraz 4-6, 6-4,6-3, 6-4 in a gladiatorial battle worthy of a title clash to charge into the semifinals and remain in the hunt for a record 25th Grand Slam title. AFP/AP MELBOURNE — Novak Djokovic feels as mentally …

Djokovic mentally ready for Zverev
2 months, 1 week ago

Djokovic mentally ready for Zverev

China Daily  

Serbia's Novak Djokovic hits a return against Spain's Carlos Alcaraz during their Australian Open quarterfinal match in Melbourne on Tuesday. Djokovic beat Alcaraz 4-6, 6-4,6-3, 6-4 in a gladiatorial battle worthy of a title clash to charge into the semifinals and remain in the hunt for a record 25th Grand Slam title. AFP/AP MELBOURNE — Novak Djokovic feels as mentally …

Djokovic mentally ready for Zverev
2 months, 1 week ago

Djokovic mentally ready for Zverev

China Daily  

Serbia's Novak Djokovic hits a return against Spain's Carlos Alcaraz during their Australian Open quarterfinal match in Melbourne on Tuesday. Djokovic beat Alcaraz 4-6, 6-4,6-3, 6-4 in a gladiatorial battle worthy of a title clash to charge into the semifinals and remain in the hunt for a record 25th Grand Slam title. AFP/AP MELBOURNE — Novak Djokovic feels as mentally …

Alexander Zverev beats Tommy Paul to reach his third Australian Open semifinal
2 months, 1 week ago

Alexander Zverev beats Tommy Paul to reach his third Australian Open semifinal

Associated Press  

MELBOURNE, Australia — Alexander Zverev reached his third Australian Open semifinal with a 7-6, 7-6, 2-6, 6-1 win over 12th-seeded Tommy Paul of the United States on Tuesday. The German next plays the winner of a quarterfinal later Tuesday that he described as a “clash of generations” between 10-time Australian Open champion Novak Djokovic, who is 37, and four-time major …

Australian Open: Alexander Zverev advances to quarterfinals with clinical win over Humbert
Trending News
2 months, 1 week ago

Australian Open: Alexander Zverev advances to quarterfinals with clinical win over Humbert

India Today  

Alexander Zverev advanced to the quarterfinals of the Australian Open 2025 with clinical win over Ugo Humbert in the fourth round fixture on Sunday, January 19 at John Cain Arena. The second seed broke Humbert thrice in the first set itself to assert his dominance but the Frechman made a remarkable comeback by winning the next set 6-2, earning two …

Australian Open 2025: Zverev beats Humbert to book quarterfinal against Paul
Trending News
2 months, 1 week ago

Australian Open 2025: Zverev beats Humbert to book quarterfinal against Paul

The Hindu  

Alexander Zverev booked an Australian Open quarter-final against Tommy Paul Sunday after surviving a mid-match wobble to oust France’s Ugo Humbert as he zeroes in on a maiden Grand Slam title. He will meet dangerous 12th seed Paul for a place in the last four after the American whipped Spain’s Alejandro Davidovich Fokina for the loss of just three games. …

Alexander Zverev returns to the Australian Open quarterfinals and faces Tommy Paul next
2 months, 1 week ago

Alexander Zverev returns to the Australian Open quarterfinals and faces Tommy Paul next

Associated Press  

MELBOURNE, Australia — No. 2 seed Alexander Zverev reached the Australian Open quarterfinals for the fourth time by beating No. Next up for two-time major runner-up Zverev will be a matchup Tuesday against 12th-seeded American Tommy Paul, who ended Alejandro Davidovich Fokina’s run of comebacks and reached his third Grand Slam quarterfinal with a 6-1, 6-1, 6-1 victory earlier. “It’s …

Australian Open: Alexander Zverev zooms into fourth round
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2 months, 2 weeks ago

Australian Open: Alexander Zverev zooms into fourth round

Deccan Chronicle  

Melbourne: Second seed Alexander Zverev accelerated his march through the Australian Open on Friday with a straight-sets takedown of Briton Jacob Fearnley in the third round. Victory was Zverev's 28th Australian Open win, putting him just one behind Boris Becker for the most by a German player. Zverev again uncharacteristically gave up an early break in the third set but …

Australian Open 2025: Zverev cruises into fourth round after straight-sets win against Fearnley
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Australian Open 2025: Zverev cruises into fourth round after straight-sets win against Fearnley

The Hindu  

Second seed Alexander Zverev accelerated his march through the Australian Open on Friday with a straight-sets takedown of Briton Jacob Fearnley in the third round. Victory was Zverev’s 28th Australian Open win, putting him just one behind Boris Becker for the most by a German player. Zverev again uncharacteristically gave up an early break in the third set but quickly …

Australian Open 2025: Zverev cruises into third round after win over Martinez
Trending News
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Australian Open 2025: Zverev cruises into third round after win over Martinez

The Hindu  

World number two Alexander Zverev kept his Australian Open title charge on track Wednesday with a straight-sets victory over Spain’s Pedro Martinez. Zverev, who is looking to better the semifinal he made last year, will now meet Britain’s Jacob Fearnley who overcame Frenchman Arthur Cazaux in four sets. Hopefully more to come in the later rounds.” Zverev was rarely troubled …

Australian Open 2025: Ruud crashes out; Zverev, Gauff and Badosa reach 3rd round
Trending News
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Australian Open 2025: Ruud crashes out; Zverev, Gauff and Badosa reach 3rd round

India Today  

Casper Ruud crashed out of the Australian Open after Czech teenager Jakub Mensik secured a 6-2, 3-6, 6-1, 6-4 victory over the World No. With the victory, Mensik advanced to the third round for the first time at the Australian Open, equalling his best Grand Slam performance after reaching the same stage twice at the U.S. Open. Zverev now prepares …

Australian Open 2025: Zverev not shying away from grand slam ambitions
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Australian Open 2025: Zverev not shying away from grand slam ambitions

The Hindu  

Alexander Zverev has worn the tag of Grand Slam nearly man for years but after working his way back to the top of the men’s game following a serious injury, the German is eager to claim some long overdue success at Melbourne Park. “Going into a Grand Slam as the world number two, you have to have the mindset of, …

Ruud targets return to top five in 2025; says Sinner, Alcaraz on a different level
3 months ago

Ruud targets return to top five in 2025; says Sinner, Alcaraz on a different level

The Hindu  

Casper Ruud admitted Saturday that Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz were on a different plane, but the Norwegian is confident he can return to the world’s top five this season and again challenge the best. “If you end the year top 10, it’s been a good year, but I think that top five is also doable, reachable definitely,” he said …

Rafael Nadal heads into retirement after a career marked by big trophies, rivalries and injuries
4 months, 1 week ago

Rafael Nadal heads into retirement after a career marked by big trophies, rivalries and injuries

Associated Press  

MALAGA, Spain — Rafael Nadal’s remarkable tennis career came to end on Tuesday and he heads into retirement after Spain lost to the Netherlands in the quarterfinals at the Davis Cup Final 8. 2020: Nadal pulls even with Federer at major trophies Pulled even with Federer with 20 Slam trophies with a 13th title at the French Open, defeating Djokovic …

A look at Rafael Nadal’s 22 Grand Slam titles as he retires after losing in the Davis Cup
4 months, 2 weeks ago

A look at Rafael Nadal’s 22 Grand Slam titles as he retires after losing in the Davis Cup

Associated Press  

MALAGA, Spain — Rafael Nadal showed up at the French Open for the first time as a teenager in 2005 and left as the champion. 14: 2014 French Open Final: Beat Djokovic 3-6, 7-5, 6-2, 6-4 What He Did: Won a record fifth French Open in a row and pulled even with Pete Sampras at 14 career Slam titles. 7: …

Taylor Fritz edges out Alexander Zverev in last-four clash at ATP Finals
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Taylor Fritz edges out Alexander Zverev in last-four clash at ATP Finals

The Independent  

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Fritz outlasts Zverev to become first American since 2006 to reach ATP Finals title match
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Fritz outlasts Zverev to become first American since 2006 to reach ATP Finals title match

The Hindu  

Taylor Fritz became the first American since 2006 to reach the title match at the ATP Finals after winning a slugfest against world number two Alexander Zverev in on Saturday. The 27-year-old fought off numerous break points in a cliffhanger deciding set to win 6-3 3-6 7-6, ending a two hour and 20 minutes duel with a stunning forehand winner. …

ATP Finals 2024: Carlos Alcaraz on the brink of elimination after losing to Zverev
4 months, 2 weeks 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. …

Told myself to fight: Fritz reacts after securing historic ATP Finals title match
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Told myself to fight: Fritz reacts after securing historic ATP Finals title match

India Today  

Taylor Fritz revealed his relentless self-motivation during a thrilling clash against Alexander Zverev, which he won on November 16 to become the first American in 18 years to reach the ATP Finals title match. #NittoATPFinals pic.twitter.com/ul5R3AGvsw — ATP Tour November 16, 2024 "I felt like I played an almost perfect first set, but things can change so quickly when you're …

Alexander Zverev brushes aside Carlos Alcaraz to power into final four at ATP Finals
4 months, 2 weeks 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
4 months, 2 weeks 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
4 months, 2 weeks 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 …

ATP Finals: Zverev beats Ruud to continue strong run
4 months, 2 weeks ago

ATP Finals: Zverev beats Ruud to continue strong run

The Hindu  

Two-time former champion Alexander Zverev, the world number two, underlined his superb late-season form by beating Norway’s Casper Ruud 7-6, 6-3 for his second victory of the week at the ATP Finals on Wednesday. Should Germany’s Zverev beat Alcaraz to win the group and Rublev defeats Ruud, three players would end up with one victory meaning sets and games would …

Alcaraz beats Rublev to open ATP Finals account, Ruud misses last four chance
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Alcaraz beats Rublev to open ATP Finals account, Ruud misses last four chance

China Daily  

Spain's Carlos Alcaraz celebrates after winning his singles group stage match against Russia's Andrey Rublev at the ATP Finals in Turin, Italy, on Wednesday. TURIN, Italy - Carlos Alcaraz opened his account at the ATP Finals on Wednesday with an entertaining 6-3, 7-6 win over Andrey Rublev, while Casper Ruud missed an early chance to reach the semi-finals after losing …

Alcaraz beats Rublev to open ATP Finals account, Ruud misses last four chance
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Alcaraz beats Rublev to open ATP Finals account, Ruud misses last four chance

China Daily  

Spain's Carlos Alcaraz celebrates after winning his singles group stage match against Russia's Andrey Rublev at the ATP Finals in Turin, Italy, on Wednesday. TURIN, Italy - Carlos Alcaraz opened his account at the ATP Finals on Wednesday with an entertaining 6-3, 7-6 win over Andrey Rublev, while Casper Ruud missed an early chance to reach the semi-finals after losing …

ATP Finals: Unwell Alcaraz unlikely to be at 100% for Rublev match, says coach
4 months, 2 weeks ago

ATP Finals: Unwell Alcaraz unlikely to be at 100% for Rublev match, says coach

The Hindu  

World number three Carlos Alcaraz is unlikely to be at his best for Wednesday’s ATP Finals match against Andrey Rublev as the four-time Grand Slam champion continues to struggle with illness, the Spaniard’s coach Juan Carlos Ferrero said. An off-colour Alcaraz lost 6-1, 7-5 to Norway’s Casper Ruud in his opening match on Monday and the 21-year-old cancelled a public …

Alcaraz given Ruud awakening
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Alcaraz given Ruud awakening

China Daily  

Spain's Carlos Alcaraz has a moment of reflection during a break in his match against Norway's Casper Ruud at the ATP Finals in Turin, Italy, on Monday. AFP TURIN, Italy — Carlos Alcaraz struggled with a stomach issue and looked far from the player who won two Grand Slams this year in his 6-1,7-5 loss to Casper Ruud at the …

ATP Finals: Zverev eases past Rublev in campaign opener
4 months, 2 weeks ago

ATP Finals: Zverev eases past Rublev in campaign opener

The Hindu  

Alexander Zverev opened his campaign at the ATP Finals in Turin on Monday evening by dispatching Andrey Rublev 6-4, 6-4 in their round-robin opener. In the afternoon match, Casper Ruud romped through the opening set before fighting back from 5-2 behind in the second to beat an out-sorts Carlos Alcaraz 6-1, 7-5. Germany’s Zverev had last faced Russian Rublev at …

Alexander Zverev begins ATP final campaign with straight sets win over Andrey Rublev
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4 months, 2 weeks ago

Alexander Zverev begins ATP final campaign with straight sets win over Andrey Rublev

India Today  

Alexander Zverev began his ATP finals campaign in style as he beat Andrey Rublev in straight sets on Tuesday, November 12 at the Inalpi Arena. With a clinical win over Rublev, Zverev will next take on Casper Ruud in his next group stage encounter on November 14 followed by a blockbuster encounter against Carlos Alcaraz. I could play better: Alcaraz …

Carlos Alcaraz loses ATP Finals opener against Casper Ruud
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Carlos Alcaraz loses ATP Finals opener against Casper Ruud

ABC  

Carlos Alcaraz struggled with a stomach issue and looked far from the player who won two grand slams this year in losing to Casper Ruud 6-1, 7-5 at the ATP Finals on Monday, local time. It marked Ruud's first victory over Alcaraz in five career meetings, and the result could make it difficult for Alcaraz to advance from the round-robin …

Ruud beats Alcaraz in ATP finals opener
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Ruud beats Alcaraz in ATP finals opener

The Hindu  

Norway’s Casper Ruud eased to a straight-sets victory over Carlos Alcaraz on Monday as the Spanish star’s bid for a maiden ATP Finals title got off to a poor start. Third seed Alcaraz quickly slipped 4-1 down, giving up his serve in the fourth game before seeing three break points come and go in the next. Ruud stretched a double-break …

Alcaraz struggles with stomach issue in loss to Ruud at ATP Finals and Zverev beats Rublev
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Alcaraz struggles with stomach issue in loss to Ruud at ATP Finals and Zverev beats Rublev

Associated Press  

TURIN, Italy — Carlos Alcaraz struggled with a stomach issue and looked far from the player who won two Grand Slams this year while losing to Casper Ruud 6-1, 7-5 at the ATP Finals on Monday. This morning, I feel uncomfortable in the stomach.” In the same group, Alexander Zverev began his bid for a third ATP Finals title by …

German Alexander Zverev satisfied with 2024 performance
4 months, 3 weeks ago

German Alexander Zverev satisfied with 2024 performance

The Hindu  

World number two Alexander Zverev said he is thrilled with the level of tennis he has displayed this year and thinks his performances have helped quash any doubts about him that arose after a serious ankle injury in 2022. “In 2023, I didn’t feel like I was competitive in big events, I was far away from winning them,” Zverev told …

Alexander Zverev satisfied with 2024 performance despite injury doubts
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Alexander Zverev satisfied with 2024 performance despite injury doubts

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