Tennis player Zverev advances to the quarterfinals in Toronto tournament
Zverev Advances to Toronto Masters Quarterfinals After Cerundolo Retirement
In an unexpected turn of events, Alexander Zverev, the third-ranked player in the world, progressed to the quarterfinals of the Toronto Tennis Masters after his opponent, Francisco Cerundolo, retired due to an abdominal injury.
Zverev's match against Cerundolo was the fourth time they had faced each other, with Zverev yet to secure a victory. However, the German player turned the tables in their latest encounter at the 2025 Toronto Tennis Masters on August 3, 2025.
Despite some initial struggles, Zverev managed to win the first set 6-4. The match took an abrupt turn when Cerundolo retired while trailing 5-4 in the first set, with Zverev leading. Cerundolo also retired shortly after the start of the second set, with the score at 1-0 in favour of Zverev.
The nature of Cerundolo's injury was not specified in the report. However, it marked the first time Cerundolo had stopped during a tour-level match due to injury since 2023. Zverev warmly embraced his opponent after the retirement, offering words of comfort to the distraught Cerundolo.
Zverev's win over Cerundolo marks his 502nd victory on the ATP Tour. In the quarterfinals, he will face defending champion Alexei Popyrin, who defeated Danish player Holger Rune to reach this stage. This will be the first time Zverev and Popyrin will meet on the ATP Tour.
The quarterfinals promise to be an exciting match, with both players showcasing impressive form. As Zverev prepares to face Popyrin, he will be looking to continue his winning streak and secure a place in the semi-finals of the Toronto Tennis Masters.
Sports enthusiasts eagerly anticipate the upcoming quarterfinals match between Alexander Zverev and Alexei Popyrin, both of whom have been in excellent form recently. This highly-anticipated tennis encounter, scheduled for the Toronto Tennis Masters, will mark the first time these players face off on the ATP Tour, as Zverev looks to build upon his 502nd victory on the ATP Tour.
