Zverev storms into French Open semifinals as Andreeva and Kostyuk set up all-Russian-Ukrainian clash
Alexander Zverev storms into the French Open semifinals after dismantling 19-year-old Rafael Jódar in straight sets, positioning himself as the tournament’s standout contender for the title. The world No. 2 overpowered the Spanish debutant 7-6 (3), 6-1, 6-3 in a commanding quarterfinal display, silencing early resistance with clinical precision and sealing his place in the last four for the first time since 2022. Zverev will next face either Jakub Menšík or Fonseca, as the draw thins out following the early exits of top seeds Jannik Sinner and Novak Djokovic, leaving him as the highest-ranked player remaining in Paris.
Mirra Andreeva and Marta Kostyuk also advanced to the semifinals, setting up a high-stakes women’s semifinal lineup. Andreeva, 19, crushed 36-year-old Sorana Cîrstea 6-0, 6-3 in a ruthless performance that underscored her rapid ascent, while Kostyuk edged past compatriot Elina Svitolina in a tense all-Ukrainian quarterfinal. The 21-year-old Kostyuk, who dedicated her victory to her war-torn homeland, will now face Andreeva—a clash that pits a rising Russian star against a Ukrainian player navigating the tournament’s geopolitical tensions.
Zverev’s path to the final grows clearer by the day. With the field depleted of its usual heavyweights, the German’s serve-and-forehand combination has looked sharper than ever, and his ability to dictate play from the baseline has left opponents struggling to find answers. His semifinal opponent, whether Menšík or Fonseca, will enter as the underdog, but Zverev’s recent form suggests he is peaking at the right moment. The last time he reached this stage at Roland Garros, he fell to Stefanos Tsitsipas in five sets; this year, he appears determined to go further.
For Andreeva and Kostyuk, the semifinals represent uncharted territory. Andreeva, who reached the Wimbledon semifinals last year, continues to defy expectations, while Kostyuk’s emotional journey—from dedicating her win to Ukraine to facing a Russian opponent—adds a layer of complexity to her run. Their match, expected to take place on Thursday, will test not only their physical games but their mental resilience in a politically charged atmosphere.
Zverev storms into French Open semifinals as Andreeva and Kostyuk set up all-Russian-Ukrainian clash
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