Alexander Zverev has once again made history in the world of tennis. At the ATP Masters tournament in Toronto, the German tennis star secured his 500th career victory, making him the third German player in the Open Era to achieve this feat. The match against Italian Matteo Arnaldi was a tough one, but Zverev showed his class and determination, securing a win in three sets. This victory is not just significant in terms of sports – it marks a return to top form and a clear indication of Zverev's ambitions. This is reported by G.Business, with reference to Sportschaurt.
Zverev Defeats Arnaldi and Reaches the 4th Round
In the second round of the Toronto tournament, Zverev faced Italian Matteo Arnaldi. After losing the first set in a tiebreak (6:7, 5:7), the German regained control and won the next two sets with scores of 6:3 and 6:2. With this victory, he advanced to the 4th round, where he will face the 14th-seeded Argentine Francisco Cerúndolo.
Zverev, currently ranked third in the world, is seeded number one in Toronto due to the absence of Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz. His victory over Arnaldi not only secured his advancement but also brought him his historic 500th ATP win.
A Symbolic Milestone with Ambitious Goals
Zverev achieved the 500-win milestone in just 712 matches – only six players in the 21st century reached this milestone faster. “It’s a significant achievement and something special,” said the 28-year-old after the match. “Not many players reach this milestone. But I want another 500 wins – maybe even more,” he added with a smile.
With this achievement, Zverev joins an elite group of German tennis players, including Boris Becker and Tommy Haas, who have also surpassed the 500-win mark in the Open Era.
Successful Comeback and Focus on the US Open
Zverev made a strong return to the ATP Tour. Previously, he had defeated Australian Adam Walton 7:6 (8:6), 6:4 in the second round – his first match after a break. His form is clearly improving, and the win over Arnaldi demonstrates his serious preparations for the upcoming US Open, which begins on August 24 in New York.
Zverev won the Canadian tournament in 2017, defeating Roger Federer in the final. Now, he returns to familiar courts with the goal of claiming the title again and preparing optimally for the major challenges of the summer.
No Other Germans Left in the Tournament
After Daniel Altmaier’s first-round loss, Zverev remains the only German player in the prestigious Toronto tournament, which has a prize pool of $9.2 million. The Olympic gold medalist from Tokyo had a bye in the first round and now carries the hopes of German tennis alone.
Rhythm, Backhand, and Nerve Control
Zverev initially struggled with his backhand, but gradually found his rhythm. “I started playing better from the baseline and slowly got my feel back,” he commented after the match. The key moments were the early breaks in the second and third sets, which gave him control and confidence.
After 2 hours and 46 minutes, Alexander Zverev converted his second match point – a symbolic victory not only due to the milestone but also as a sign of his return to top form.
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