Zverev defeats Fritz to reach semi-final against Fery at Wimbledon

The Guardian Sport1 min read • Latest: Jul 8, 2026, 6:52 PM

Last updated Jul 8, 2026

Zverev defeats Fritz to reach semi-final against Fery at Wimbledon
Summary

Alexander Zverev, the second seed, won decisively against American sixth seed Taylor Fritz with a score of 6-4, 6-4, 6-2 in the Wimbledon quarter-finals on July 8, 2026. Zverev's powerful serve proved instrumental in the match, impressing both the crowd and Fritz, who anticipates it may pose challenges for his next opponent, Arthur Fery. Zverev will face Fery, a British player, in the semi-finals scheduled for Friday.

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By the Numbers
  • Zverev wins quarter-final match against Fritz.
  • Match score was 6-4, 6-4, 6-2.
  • Zverev showcased a powerful serve throughout the match.
  • He will play Arthur Fery in the semi-finals on Friday.
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  • 6:52 PMThe Guardian SportZverev’s serve blitzes Fritz to set up semi-final with British revelation Fery
What they're saying
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No 2 seed wins 6-4, 6-4, 6-2 against American sixth seed Zverev: ‘I know 99% of people will be cheering for Fery’ It’s quite the sound listening to a tennis ball being pulverised by Alexander Zverev as he serves. There’s the crack of racket on ball. The gasps from the crowd. And then the oohs after they glance at the speed gun. And Taylor Fritz, who had a better view of Zverev’s howitzers than anyone else at Wimbledon on Wednesday, reckons his serve will prove too hot to handle for Arthur Fery in Friday’s semi-final and possibly anyone else left in the men’s draw. Continue reading...

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