Alexander Zverev Matches Federer, Nadal & Sinner Feat with Madrid QF Win Alexander Zverev advanced to his fourth semi-final at the Mutua Madrid Open after defeating Flavio Cobolli in straight sets, marking a significant milestone in his career. The second-seeded German, who is ranked No. 3 in the PIF ATP Rankings, secured a 6-1, 6-4 victory over the Italian in Manolo Santana Stadium, continuing his strong form at the ATP Masters 1000 level. This win solidified his place in the semi-finals and brought him one step closer to joining an elite group of players who have reached the same stage at each of the first four Masters 1000 events of the season since 1990. Zverev’s triumph over Cobolli was particularly notable given their recent history. Just 12 days prior, Cobolli had defeated Zverev in the Munich semi-finals, but the German quickly turned the tables in Madrid. Zverev’s performance was characterized by his dominance on serve, as he dropped only seven of 39 points behind his first serve, according to Infosys ATP Stats. The match, which lasted 90 minutes, showcased Zverev’s ability to adapt and maintain composure, even after Cobolli’s efforts to rally in the second set. The 23-year-old Italian, aiming for his first Masters 1000 semi-final, struggled to find rhythm against Zverev’s consistent service game. Despite saving three consecutive break points in the fifth game of the second set, Cobolli was unable to mount a sustained challenge. Zverev’s precision and depth of play kept Cobolli on the defensive, ultimately leading to his third Top 20 victory of the season. This win also marked a personal milestone for Zverev, as he surpassed his previous clay court record and moved to 179 tour-level victories on the surface.#alexander_zverev #atp_masters_1000 #flavio_cobolli #mutua_madrid_open #philipp_kohlschreiber
