Overview

• Alexander Zverev beat French qualifier Valentin Royer 6-4, 6-4, requiring on-court treatment for sharp pain in his right big toe late in the match.
• Zverev’s next opponent is Arthur Rinderknech, who upset him in the first round at Wimbledon earlier this year.
• The world No. 3 said he has struggled for months with back problems and criticized the crowded tour calendar.
• Defending champion Jannik Sinner opens against Daniel Altmaier after his Beijing title run and with limited time to prepare.
• Carlos Alcaraz withdrew for health reasons, improving Sinner’s opportunity to push for a return to world No. 1.