Alcaraz Advances to Cincinnati Semifinals, Faces Zverev Next

Mason, Ohio — Carlos Alcaraz is one step away from reaching the final of the Cincinnati Masters after defeating Andrey Rublev in a tight match on August 16. Alcaraz won 6-3, 4-6, 7-5, marking his seventh consecutive semifinal appearance.

His next opponent is Alexander Zverev, who dominated Ben Shelton with a swift double 6-2 victory in just 77 minutes. The highly anticipated semifinal between Alcaraz and Zverev will take place at the P&G Center Court of the Lindner Family Tennis Center, not before midnight Spanish time (6 PM local time).

Viewers can catch the match live on Movistar Plus+, which holds broadcasting rights in Spain. Commentators José Antonio Mielgo and Roberto Carretero will provide coverage on channel Movistar Plus+ (dial 7). AS will also offer extensive coverage with minute-by-minute updates and highlights from the match.

Alcaraz, who is looking to bounce back after a disappointing final loss in 2023, is determined to claim his first Cincinnati title. His path to the semifinals included wins over Damir Dzumhur and Hamad Medjedovic, as well as a decisive victory against Luca Nardi.

This year has been a mixed bag for the young Spaniard. After a tough loss to Novak Djokovic in the quarterfinals of the Australian Open, he bounced back to win titles in Rotterdam, Queen’s, Rome, and Monte Carlo, along with his second consecutive Roland Garros victory.

Alcaraz and Zverev have a competitive history, having faced each other 11 times, with Zverev winning six of those encounters. However, Alcaraz’s victory in the 2024 Roland Garros final is fresh in fans’ minds. This exciting semifinal will be crucial as both players seek to secure a spot in the final.