German Alexander Zverev, seeded No. 2, qualified for the semi-finals of the Australian Open after his victory in 4 sets against American Tommy Paul. Who will win between Djokovic and Alcaraz to face him in the next round?
The Australian Open, one of the most prestigious Grand Slam tournaments, is in full swing in Melbourne. And this edition still has its share of surprises and exceptional performances from the best players in the world.
Zverev wins against Paul in quarter-final
It was during the quarter-finals that the German Alexander Zverev, current world No. 2, delivered a remarkable performance against the American Tommy Paul. Despite a strong start from Paul who led 6-5 in the first set then 5-2 in the second, Zverev managed to turn things around to win the first two sets in the tie-break.
The 2021 Tokyo Olympic champion showcased his experience and tenacity to secure this victory in 4 sets with a score of 7-6 (7/1), 7-6 (7/0), 2-6, 6-1. A performance all the more impressive as it was his very first victory against Paul in three confrontations.
An intense and competitive match
This quarter-final kept all its promises in terms of intensity and suspense. The two players put up a fierce fight, as evidenced by the first two sets which ended in a tie-break. Zverev had to work hard and show resilience to overcome his opponent of the day.
We had to be mentally strong to stay in the match and turn things around after being behind. I’m happy to have managed to raise my level of play in important moments.
Alexander Zverev after his victory
Zverev, conquering his first Grand Slam title
By qualifying for the semi-finals, Zverev continues his quest for a first Grand Slam coronation, the only major title still missing from his record. Finalist of the US Open in 2020 and the Australian Open in 2024, the German hopes to finally win the Grail in Melbourne.
-To achieve this, he will first have to dismiss either the Serbian Novak Djokovic, 10 times winner of the tournament, or the Spanish prodigy Carlos Alcaraz. A major challenge which promises a duel at the top in the semi-final.
Victory record for a German at the Australian Open
By winning against Paul, Alexander Zverev crossed the symbolic bar of 30 victories in Melbourne. He thus becomes the German player having won the most matches in this tournament, surpassing the legend Boris Becker and his 29 successes.
- Alexander Zverev: 30 victories
- Boris Becker: 29 victories
A record which testifies to the regularity and longevity of Zverev in this essential meeting of the circuit. It now remains to be seen whether he will manage to lift the coveted trophy and thus follow in the footsteps of his illustrious compatriot.
The keys to the next match
To hope to reach the final, Alexander Zverev will have to deliver a successful performance against his next opponent, whether it is Djokovic or Alcaraz. The serve and the forehand will be his main weapons to make the difference in the rallies.
It will also be necessary to show mental strength and not give up in crucial moments, as he was able to do against Tommy Paul. Managing emotions and pressure will be essential in this match which is already shaping up to be one of the highlights of this 2025 Australian Open.
One thing is certain, tennis fans can’t wait to witness this semi-final which promises to be explosive. Zverev will be keen to seize his chance and get a little closer to his dream: winning his first Grand Slam title. Answer in the coming days on the courts of Melbourne!
