The Cincinnati Open quarterfinals delivered power-packed performances as Alexander Zverev produced a commanding win, while Carlos Alcaraz was pushed to the limit in a thrilling three-set battle.
Alexander Zverev wasted little time in booking his semifinal spot, dismantling Ben Shelton with a dominant 6-2, 6-2 victory. The German’s serve and baseline consistency proved too much for the American, who struggled to find rhythm against Zverev’s relentless depth and precision. It was a clinical display from the former champion, who looks to be hitting peak form at just the right time.
The other quarterfinal was a rollercoaster. Carlos Alcaraz battled past a spirited Andrey Rublev in a nail-biting 6-3, 4-6, 7-5 win. The Spaniard started brightly, taking the opening set with confident shot-making and aggressive court positioning. Rublev, however, fought back with his trademark power, leveling the contest in the second. In the decider, both men held firm until Alcaraz broke in the final stages, sealing victory with trademark composure under pressure. The three-set thriller kept fans on the edge of their seats and underlined Alcaraz’s growing reputation as one of the most resilient competitors on tour.
With Zverev and Alcaraz advancing, the Cincinnati Open semifinals promise an electrifying showdown between power and finesse, as both players chase a spot in Sunday’s final.
