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Francisco Cerundolo Upsets Zverev in Madrid Open Stunner

5/1/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Francisco Cerundolo stunned Alexander Zverev with a 7-5, 6-3 victory in the Madrid Open round of 16, securing his second win against the world No. 2. Zverev's unforced errors and missed chances haunted him, while Cerundolo now looks ahead to a clash with Jakub Mensik, leaving Zverev's future in doubt as he faces upcoming challenges.

History

Historical Context

Francisco Cerundolo's 7-5, 6-3 upset of Alexander Zverev at the Madrid Open echoes past tennis surprises. In 1999, Thomas Muster shocked the world by defeating Pete Sampras at the French Open, showcasing how underdogs can rise and shake the rankings, altering the trajectory of their careers.

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Story summary

Francisco Cerundolo stunned Alexander Zverev with a 7-5, 6-3 victory in the Madrid Open round of 16, securing his second win against the world No. 2. Zverev's unforced errors and missed chances haunted him, while Cerundolo now looks ahead to a clash with Jakub Mensik, leaving Zverev's future in doubt as he faces upcoming challenges.

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