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Zverev Misses Match Point, Falls in Toronto Masters Semifinal

After losing to Karen Khachanov in a deciding-set tiebreak, he will turn to the Cincinnati Masters to finalize preparations for the US Open.

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Gut drauf: Alexander Zverev
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Overview

  • Zverev lost to Khachanov 3-6, 6-4, 6-7 (4-7) after failing to convert a third-set match point at 6-5.
  • He committed 44 unforced errors that undermined his performance in critical rallies.
  • The tournament represented his 75th career Tour semifinal, a landmark matched only by Novak Djokovic among active players.
  • This marked his first event since taking a month-long break to address mental fatigue following a first-round Wimbledon exit.
  • He will compete at the Cincinnati Masters as his final tune-up ahead of the US Open beginning August 24.