Zverev Advances to Paris Masters Semi-Finals with Win Over Tsitsipas

Alexander Zverev secured his spot in the semi-finals of the Paris Masters by defeating Stefanos Tsitsipas in straight sets, finishing with a score of 7-5, 6-4. This victory marks a significant milestone for the German player, making him only the third active player to reach 20 ATP Masters 1,000 semi-finals, alongside tennis legends Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal.

Zverev's Path to the Semi-Finals

The match showcased Zverev's skill and resilience as he managed to overcome the Greek 10th seed Tsitsipas without dropping a set. Zverev, currently ranked third in the world, is on the hunt for his seventh career Masters 1,000 title, having already clinched one earlier this season in Rome. With this win, he aims to further solidify his position among the elite players on the ATP tour.

Upcoming Challenge Against Rune

Zverev’s next challenge will be against Denmark's Holger Rune, who triumphed over Australian ninth seed Alex de Minaur in a closely contested match, winning 6-4, 4-6, 7-5. Rune, who won the Paris Masters in 2022 by defeating Djokovic in the final, acknowledged the significance of facing Zverev in the semi-finals. "He is one of the best players this year, so I will have to be very well prepared and physically recover and build on the level from this match," Rune commented, emphasizing the need for preparation against the experienced German.

Other Quarter-Final Matches

The remaining quarter-finals at the Paris Masters feature Bulgarian eighth seed Grigor Dimitrov taking on Russian Karen Khachanov, and Frenchman Ugo Humbert facing Australian Jordan Thompson later on Friday. As the tournament progresses, Zverev is positioned as a strong contender for the title, continuing to demonstrate his prowess on the court as he seeks to add another trophy to his collection.