Carlos Alcaraz secured a victory against Alexander Zverev in the Cincinnati Open semi-final on August 16th, winning in straight sets with a score of 6-4, 6-3. While the match concluded in Alcaraz’s favor, the focus shifted to Zverev’s apparent health issues. Concerns arose regarding his fitness and availability, especially with the upcoming US Open and a scheduled mixed-doubles appearance with Belinda Bencic. Zverev, despite visible signs of discomfort, including a medical timeout in the second set, played through the match. Following the match, Alcaraz expressed his concern for Zverev’s well-being, highlighting the difficulty of playing against a player who is not at their best. Alcaraz emphasized their positive relationship off the court and acknowledged the challenge of maintaining focus while considering Zverev’s condition. Alcaraz is now preparing for the Cincinnati final against Jannik Sinner.
