Alexander Zverev discloses how Carlos Alcaraz gave him the plan to beat Daniil Medvedev

In a surprising turn, 17th-ranked Alexander Zverev shared that he got some game tips from top-ranked Carlos Alcaraz on how to take on 3rd-ranked Daniil Medvedev. Following these insights paid off, as Zverev managed to defeat Medvedev in a close Cincinnati Open Pre Quarter-finals match with a final score of 6-4, 5-7, 6-4.

“I played golf with Carlos Alcaraz last week in Toronto,” revealed Zverev. “He gave me a very good game plan against him (Daniil Medvedev) actually.” Zverev’s assertion has garnered substantial attention within the tennis community. Alcaraz has established a reputation for openly sharing his tactics to defeat specific opponents and subsequently executing those strategies to secure victories.

Interestingly, just days before this match, Medvedev had highlighted how opponents were using drop shots, much like Alcaraz’s approach, to counter his game. Regardless of the tactics employed, Zverev emerged victorious against Medvedev in a decisive manner. This win also marks Zverev’s first triumph over Medvedev in their most recent five encounters.

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Alexander Zverev has been displaying notable signs of consistency

In the last couple of years, Alexander Zverev’s trajectory showcased a rapid ascent toward excellence. Notably, he reached the US Open final in 2020 and secured the coveted title of Olympic gold medalist in the subsequent year. These accomplishments undoubtedly stand as the pinnacle of his career thus far. However, his momentum faced a setback during the 2022 French Open semi-final when he encountered the Spanish tennis legend, Rafael Nadal.

Due to an unfortunate freak ankle injury sustained during the Roland Garros match, Zverev was forced to sit out for the remainder of the season. As a result, what could have potentially evolved into one of the longest matches in history turned into a nightmarish experience for the Olympic gold medalist.

This year, despite facing early exits in the Australian Open and Wimbledon, Zverev managed to progress further in the French Open before falling short in the semi-finals. As the hard court season unfolds, Zverev’s form appears to be gaining strength once again. His recent victory over Medvedev is likely to infuse him with renewed confidence, boding well for his imminent return to top form.

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