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Arthur Fils Advances to Miami Open Quarterfinals After Upsetting Top Seed Zverev

The 20-year-old Frenchman overcame back pain, rain delays, and a third-set deficit to secure a place in the quarterfinals against Jakub Mensik.

Czech teenager Jakub Mensik defeated Arthur Fils of France to reach the semi-finals of the Miami Open.
Arthur Fils upset top seed Alexander Zverv with a three set win on Wednesday.

Overview

  • Arthur Fils defeated top-seeded Alexander Zverev 3-6, 6-3, 6-4 in the fourth round of the Miami Open on Wednesday, March 26, 2025.
  • Rain delays on Tuesday provided Fils with an extra day of rest, which he credited as crucial for recovering from a grueling prior match against Frances Tiafoe.
  • Fils showed resilience, battling back from a set down and a 1-3 deficit in the final set to claim victory despite dealing with persistent back pain.
  • This win makes Fils the first Frenchman since 2016 to reach the quarterfinals in both Indian Wells and Miami, marking a significant milestone for French tennis.
  • Fils will face 19-year-old Jakub Mensik in the quarterfinals on Thursday, with both players seeking their first Masters 1000 semi-final appearance.