Alexander Zverev Advances to Paris Masters Final

Alexander Zverev advanced to the Paris Masters final by defeating former champion Holger Rune 6-3, 7-6(4), marking his first final appearance since 2020. Zverev, the world number three, demonstrated impressive baseline pressure and powerful serving, securing an early break to take a 3-1 lead in the first set. Despite Rune's efforts to fight back in the second set, including a late break to level at 5-5, Zverev maintained his composure in the tiebreak, racing to a 3-0 lead and eventually clinching the match. With this victory, Zverev aims to leapfrog Carlos Alcaraz into the second position in the ATP rankings ahead of the season finale in Turin. He will face either Karen Khachanov or Ugo Humbert in the final. This win marks Zverev's 65th victory of the season.