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Zverev reaches French Open semifinals, values Olympic gold over Grand Slam

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 6:04 PM

Last updated Jun 2, 2026

Zverev reaches French Open semifinals, values Olympic gold over Grand Slam
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Alexander Zverev advanced to the semifinals at the French Open on Tuesday, defeating Rafael Jodar 7-6 (3), 6-1, 6-3. Following the match, Zverev expressed that he would not trade his Olympic gold medal for a Grand Slam title, emphasizing the significance of representing his country. He has lost three Grand Slam finals but remains hopeful to add a major title to his accomplishments. Zverev's next challenge comes against the winner of the quarterfinal match between Joao Fonseca and Jakub Mensik, which is yet to be decided.

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  • •Zverev defeats Jodar in straight sets
  • •He emphasizes importance of Olympic gold medal
  • •Next opponent will be Fonseca or Mensik
  • •Zverev has not passed fourth round at Wimbledon
  • •Zverev lost three Grand Slam finals previously
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  • 6:04 PMYahoo Sports — Alexander Zverev would never trade his Olympic gold for a Grand Slam title
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Alexander Zverev has lost three Grand Slam finals but would never swap a victory in one of those for the Olympic gold medal he owns. After reaching the French Open semifinals on Tuesday, beating Spaniard Rafael Jodar 7-6 (3), 6-1, 6-3, Zverev was asked if he would ever trade his gold for an elusive major if he could do so.

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