Zverev before historic premiere: win against Alcaraz for group victory!

Zverev before historic premiere: win against Alcaraz for group victory!

Tension is simmering in Turin! The German tennis star Alexander Zverev is on the verge of a historic triumph at the season finale of the best professionals. He is just one win away from beating Spanish superstar Carlos Alcaraz at 2 p.m. today. Such a success would mean that Zverev, in his seventh participation, would complete the group stage without defeat for the first time - a first in his career!

In recent years, the preliminary round has been a constant struggle for Zverev. He repeatedly had to leave the court as a loser, even in 2018 and 2021, when he ultimately won the ATP Finals. The format of the tournament is unique: While most tennis competitions are played in a knockout system, the season finale begins with group games before moving on to the decisive semi-finals.

A tough challenge awaits

Alcaraz, who started the tournament ailing due to an illness, represents the biggest challenge for Zverev. The four-time Grand Slam winner ruined Zverev's dream of the French Open title in a thrilling five-set match in June. But at the ATP end of the year last year, Zverev was able to win in three sets against Alcaraz - a good omen?

For Zverev, winning one set is enough to advance to the semi-finals, where he could potentially face US Open finalist Taylor Fritz. Zverev has lost to Fritz in the past, but now the opportunity for revenge could present itself. If he comes second in the group, the Italian world number one Jannik Sinner is waiting for him. The tension is rising and the tennis world is holding its breath!