Australian Open: Alexander Zverev into the semi-final after win over Tommy Paul

Alexander Zverev stormed into the Australian Open semi-finals after a thrilling four-set victory against Tommy Paul. Displaying composure and dominance, Zverev proved why he remains a top contender for the title, awaiting his next challenge against either Djokovic or Alcaraz.

In Short

• Zverev clinched victory with two dominant tiebreaker performances
• Tommy Paul’s agility tested Zverev’s precision in early sets
• Zverev awaits Djokovic or Alcaraz in the semi-final showdown

German tennis ace and world number 2 Alexander Zverev has advanced to the semi-finals of the Australian Open after overcoming American Tommy Paul in a gripping quarter-final encounter. Zverev secured the victory with a 7-6 (7-1), 7-6 (7-0), 2-6, 6-1 scoreline, in a match that fully lived up to its pre-game excitement.

From the opening set, both players showcased their strengths in a high-intensity battle. Zverev’s signature power and precision were met with Paul’s agility and resilience, creating a captivating contest. The first set went to a nail-biting tiebreaker, where Zverev took control to seize the advantage with a 7-1 win.

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Paul’s exceptional return game was evident in the second set, where he led Zverev with 18 return points compared to the German’s 14. The American made a strong start, racing to a 4-1 lead in pursuit of a quick turnaround. However, Zverev showed remarkable composure, clawing his way back into the set and forcing another tiebreaker. Dominating yet again, Zverev clinched the set with a flawless 7-0 tiebreak performance.

In the third set, Zverev fully hit his stride, demonstrating why he is ranked among the world’s best. Winning 24 of his 30 first-serve points, he capitalised on a visibly fatigued Paul to take the set 6-2. The momentum firmly in his favour, Zverev carried his dominance into the fourth set, breezing through with a commanding 6-1 victory to seal the match.

The German now awaits the winner of the highly anticipated clash between Carlos Alcaraz and Novak Djokovic. With both players in stellar form, the outcome of their match is expected to be a thrilling showdown, promising an equally challenging semi-final for Zverev. As the tournament edges closer to its conclusion, Zverev’s commanding performance has made him one of the favourites to lift the trophy in Melbourne.