In many ways, this match is the epitome of the gap between the best offender in the world, Alcaraz and the rest.
Zverev served well, created a lot of opportunities and hung on to the offense for most of the match – and still remained behind in straight sets.
Whenever he had a break point, only the Italian would come out with an ace or a service winner. The German has the upper hand in a rally and is easily too passive, allowing the offender to weaken and control the point.
ZVEREV had two fruit points in the first game of the match and one chance in the three Sinner Game of the Sinner, and each one was saved.
There were times when he used his for the outpace sinner, but they were few and far between.
Signer finished with 28 winners on 14 unforced errors, dropping just eight points on his first serve.
“I feel that I served well in the important moments. I try to play my best tennis when it matters,” he said.
“Sascha played great tennis and I’m very happy with how I handled it.”