Alexander Zverev continued his charge at the US Open by defeating Botic van de Zandschulp in straight sets, 6-2 7-5 6-1, to advance to the semi-finals. The victory removes another obstacle from Zverev’s path toward what the tournament described as a bid for a second Grand Slam title and cements his place among the last four players in New York.
The match opened with a dominant first set from Zverev, who raced to a 6-2 advantage before the Dutchman mounted resistance in the second. The 7-5 scoreline in the middle set reflected a tighter exchange, with Zverev ultimately closing out the set and carrying momentum into a one-sided third set. The final 6-1 stanza underlined his control on the day and kept the contest out of a deciding set.
On the hard courts of Flushing Meadows, Zverev combined depth and consistency to limit short balls and convert opportunities at key moments. The result not only advances his run at the US Open but also contributes to a broader season narrative for the German contender in tennis. Van de Zandschulp, representing the Netherlands, leaves the event having pushed an established opponent but without the breakthrough needed to extend the match.
With the semi-final berth secured, Zverev remains on course in the tournament and will prepare for his next opponent among the remaining players. The win has immediate implications for the championship picture in New York and preserves Zverev’s bid for a second major title, setting up a pivotal weekend as the draw narrows toward the final.
