Entering the match, Zverev showed very high determination and maintained the tug-of-war with Alcaraz for most of the first set. However, stability and better rhythm control helped the Spanish player create a difference at the crucial moment. Alcaraz broke his opponent's service game in game 9 and closed the set with a 6-4 victory.
Set 2 took place with a tight formation. Zverev had the opportunity to break first but did not take advantage of it successfully. Alcaraz continued to show his bravery when he reclaimed the break in game 9, dragging the set into a tie-break. Here, the player born in 2003 played more effectively to win 7-5.
In set 3, Alcaraz had physical problems and showed signs of pain. Despite trying very hard to bring the set to a tie-break, the Spanish player could not maintain his advantage and let Zverev win 7-3, thereby narrowing the gap.
A similar scenario continued to repeat in set 4 when the two players held a solid service game. Zverev took advantage of his physical strength to play better in the tie-break and won 7-4, bringing the semi-final to the decisive set.
In set 5, Zverev soon broke and took the lead. However, Alcaraz showed a resilient fighting spirit. When his opponent showed signs of weakening, he continuously broke serves and reversed the situation, closing the set with a 7-5 victory.
The breathtaking victory after 5 sets helped Alcaraz win a ticket to the Australian Open 2026 final. His opponent will be the winner in the remaining semi-final match between Novak Djokovic and Jannik Sinner.
