New Delhi: World No. 3 Alexander Zverev defeated Flavio Cobolli in straight sets to secure his place in the fourth round of the French Open for the eighth consecutive year. The German star, chasing his first Grand Slam title, looked confident and composed as he powered past the Italian 6-2, 7-6(4), 6-1 in two hours and 30 minutes on Court Philippe-Chatrier.
Zverev’s win not only snapped Cobolli’s seven-match winning streak but also marked another milestone in his consistent Roland Garros record. The Hamburg champion, who has reached three semi-finals and one final in Paris, now holds an impressive 37-9 record at the clay-court major.
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“This court is very special to me,” Zverev reflected after the match. “I’ve had some of the best memories of my life here, but also some of the worst, like when I injured my ankle in the semi-final against Nadal in 2022. It’s a love story that hasn’t had its happy ending yet, but I hope it will someday.”
Zverev’s season has been a mix of highs and lows. After a strong run to the Australian Open final earlier this year, he stumbled in the opening rounds of Indian Wells and Monte Carlo before finding his groove again with an ATP 500 title in Munich. His recent form has shown glimpses of the player who has threatened the game’s biggest names in the past.
What next?
Zverev will take on Tallon Griekspoor, who came through a tough five-set battle against American qualifier Ethan Quinn. Griekspoor’s resilience in that match sets the stage for what should be an intriguing clash.
For Zverev, the journey continues on the court where he’s experienced heartbreak and triumph alike. With the crowd behind him and his game clicking at the right time, the German will look to keep his title hopes alive in Paris and finally add a Grand Slam to his resume.
Alexander Zverev advances to the French Open last 16 with a straight-sets win over Flavio Cobolli. Will this be the year he claims his maiden major? Tennis Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Cricket Live Score, Sports Breaking News from Sports Today
