Alexander Zverev took his revenge on Casper Ruud to join Carlos Alcaraz in the Roland-Garros final (2-6, 6-2, 6-4, 6-2). The Norwegian was hampered by stomach pains during the match as the German advanced to his first final at Roland.
Friday June 7
22:12
Good evening everyone !
Thank you everyone for following us this evening for this last semi-final.
22:07
Zverev on another planet
The German offers his first final at Roland-Garros by beating Casper Ruud in the semi-finals (2-6, 6-2, 6-4, 6-2). Far from his best level, last year’s finalist collapsed after winning the first round due to pain. Conversely, the world No. 4 continued his flawless performance (19 aces and 53 winning shots) to join Carlos Alcaraz in the final on Sunday.
The German was impressive. Yves Herman / REUTERS
22:03
More than a game for Zverev
The German plays at a completely different level than the diminished Rudd. Zverev counts 51 winning shots this evening (5-2).
21:59
Zverev keeps the pace
The German signed a 17th ace to offer himself a decisive service game in the quest for the 4th round (4-2).
21:55
Ruud keeps in touch
The Norwegian was solid on his first ball to push Zverev away from the field (3-2).
21:51
Zverev impassible
What defense from the German who won his service game in style (3-1).
21:45
Ruud regains confidence
The Norwegian has just won a convincing service game to allow him to stay alive (2-1).
21:42
The German confirms the break
How hard it is for Ruud. Zverev continues and is heading straight for his first final in Paris if the Norwegian does not get back on track quickly (2-0).
21:39
Zverev unrolls
The German already made the break at the start of the 3rd set (1-0).
21:32
Alexandre Zverev wins the third round!
The German was solid and won the third round. He leads 2 sets to 1 against Casper Ruud, victim of stomach aches.
21:23
Zverev continues to be solid
The games go by and look the same. Zverev is easy on his throw-in, Ruud struggles with his or concedes.
Live score: 6-2, 2-6, 3-5
21:15
Zverev confirme son break
The German takes advantage of his opponent’s big slump so as not to be surprised. He has been very calm about his fielding since the end of the first set.
Live score: 6-2, 2-6, 2-4
21:12
Zverev takes over
The German breaks his opponent, who seems to be in great difficulty.
Live score: 6-2, 2-6, 2-3
21:06
White game for Zverev
He no longer leaves anything on his service. Zverev wins his faceoff easily and will put pressure on Casper Ruud.
Live score: 6-2, 2-6, 2-2
21:05
Casper Ruud received light medical treatment
The Norwegian received a pill or anti-inflammatory from the doctor. To be continued…
21:03
Ruud still ahead!
How important this service game was for Casper Ruud. A seven-minute game to leave him in front.
Live score: 6-2, 2-6, 2-1
20:55
Zverev uncompromising on his service game!
The German quickly got back to a game everywhere in the third set.
Live score: 6-2, 2-6, 1-1
20:52
Ruud starts better than in the previous set
Casper Ruud, very embarrassed by Zverev’s aggressiveness since the start of the second set, ensures his throw in play.
Live score: 6-2, 2-6, 1-0
20:48
Alexander Zverev recovers! (6-2, 2-6)
The German returns to a set everywhere after having raised his level unlike his opponent, who suffered throughout this second round.
20:39
Zverev close to equalizing!
With more serves-volleys on this play, Zverev confirms his double-break.
Live score: 6-2, 1-5
20:35
Casper Ruud surpassed, Zverev rewarded
The world number 7, double finalist at Roland-Garros, can no longer do it in this second round. Faced with Zverev’s higher level of play, Ruud lowered his level and gave his opponent many more points. The German goes to equalize at one set all.
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20:29
Zverev controls in the second set!
The German leaves no opportunity for Casper Ruud on his serve and stays in front.
Live score: 6-2, 1-3
20:26
Zverev misses the double break!
Very close to leading 3-0 with service to follow, Zverev misses a volley within his reach and lets Ruud come back on the next two points to stay alive in this second set.
Le score : 6-2, 1-2
20:17
Zverev confirme son break !
The German seems awake and now directs the exchange against the Norwegian. He confirms his service.
Live score: 6-2, 0-2
20:14
Zverev rebels from the start
As mentioned previously, Zverev fought back from the start of this second round. Thanks to more accuracy and aggressiveness, he takes the game into his own hands to break Ruud.
Live score: 6-2, 0-1
20:13
The stats: Zverev has already lost the first set twice this year
It was against Griekspoor, in the 3rd round and Rune, in the round of 16. Two matches won in five sets. Do you think you have a long evening to plan?
20:09
Clearly superior, Casper Ruud takes the first round (6-2)
Casper Ruud does Casper Ruud. Completely in control, he thwarted Alexander Zverev who had difficulty getting into his match and who made a lot of mistakes. The German must react now on a Philippe-Chatrier court which is gradually filling up.
20:01
Ruud continues his first solid set
Casper Ruud hurts Alexander Zverev. He makes his German opponent move, who often shifts and runs behind the ball.
Live score: 5-2
19:59
Zverev s’accroche
The German finds a good level of play on his throws and manages to stay in contact with Ruud.
Live score: 4-2
19:56
Capser Ruud still strong
As consistent as ever on his throw-in, Casper Ruud remains in front. The Norwegian won 80% of the points (8/10) behind his first ball.
Live score: 4-1
19:51
First game for Zverev
The German reassures himself on serve and takes his first game of the match including his first ace of the match.
Le score : 3-1
19:46
Casper Ruud continues his race in the lead
The Norwegian takes three games and a break confirmed in advance against Zverev who has not yet entered his match.
Le score : 3-0
19:43
An audience not (yet) there
The Philippe-Chatrier court is far from full for this second semi-final.
19:41
White break in favor of Ruud
It’s off to a bad start for Zverev, who makes a lot of mistakes at the start of the match. 2-0 for Casper Ruud who is already in the lead.
19:38
Ruud starts well
After a first break point saved, Casper Ruud takes the lead on his serve. 1-0 for the Norwegian.
19:36
Let’s go for this second semi-final!
Casper Ruud is serving for the first game of this meeting.
19:34
Never two without three for Casper Ruud?
The Norwegian will try to play his third final in a row at Roland Garros. After 2022 and 2023, where he lost to the giants Nadal and Djokovic, Casper Ruud continues to play well on Parisian clay and wants to get rid of Zverev, who has failed at this stage of the competition the last three years.
19:29
Both players entered the court
On a Philippe-Chatrier court where the sun has eclipsed, Alexander Zverev and Casper Ruud hit their first warm-up balls in front of very few spectators.
19:25
Alexander Zverev, move on, there’s nothing to see…
Find our article on Alexander Zverev, published this morning in the Figaro newspaper.
Read alsoRoland-Garros: Alexander Zverev, move around, there’s nothing to see…
19:22
Domestic violence trial against Alexander Zverev abandoned
This Friday, German justice announced the abandonment of the trial for domestic violence against Roland-Garros semi-finalist, Alexander Zverev, after an amicable agreement with his ex-partner.
Tennis: the trial for domestic violence against Alexander Zverev abandoned
19:18
Zverev-Ruud’s live commentary is here!
Who will join Alcaraz? Alexander Zverev, 4th in the world, faces Casper Ruud, 7th in the ATP for a place in the Roland-Garros final. A probable first for Zverev or the third for Ruud. The meeting should begin around 7:30 p.m.
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