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Zverev ends Fritz hoodoo, reaches Wimbledon semis
8 Jul
Summary
- Zverev defeated Taylor Fritz ending a seven-match losing streak.
- This marks Zverev's maiden Wimbledon semi-final appearance.
- He joins German tennis legends in reaching this stage at Wimbledon.
Alexander Zverev has advanced to his first-ever Wimbledon semi-final, overcoming a significant personal hurdle by defeating Taylor Fritz. This victory marked the end of a seven-match losing streak against Fritz, a run that had extended over two years.
Zverev secured the win with a dominant performance, winning in straight sets. This achievement places him in esteemed company, becoming the fifth German man in the professional era to reach the semi-finals at the All England Club.
He will now face Arthur Fery in the semi-finals, who also achieved a significant career milestone by reaching this stage. Zverev expressed his happiness at breaking his losing streak and is focused on his upcoming match.
The German player acknowledged the mental challenge of facing an opponent he had struggled against previously, emphasizing the need for a near-perfect performance to secure the win.
