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Zverev targets world number one status at Shanghai Masters

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Last updated Oct 9, 2026

Zverev targets world number one status at Shanghai Masters
Summary

Alexander Zverev aims to secure year-end world number one status at the Shanghai Masters. Currently ranked second, Zverev can achieve this by reaching the semifinals of the tournament. He started his campaign with a straight-sets victory against Wu Yibing, winning 6-4, 7-6. In the third round, Zverev faces Quentin Halys, whom he has never lost to in prior meetings this season. If he wins, he may potentially meet Carlos Alcaraz in the final.

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  • •Zverev starts Shanghai Masters campaign with win over Wu Yibing.
  • •He faces Quentin Halys next, having won all prior matches against him.
  • •Reaching semifinals guarantees Zverev year-end number one status.
  • •Jannik Sinner's knee injury opens the door for Zverev's ascendancy.
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Alexander Zverev is on the hunt for the one big feat he has yet to achieve in tennis. The German is an Olympic gold medalist...

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