Alexander Zverev is one win away from claiming his third BMW Open title in Munich, and his first since 2018. The world No. 3 delighted home fans on Saturday with a gritty 7-6(3), 6-3 victory over Hungary’s Fabian Marozsan, advancing to his second final of the 2025 season.
🎾 A Battle of Nerves in the First Set
The top-seeded German looked in control early, breaking Marozsan in the opening game and consolidating with an ace. However, a lapse at 1-2 allowed the Hungarian to break back, leveling the score and shifting the momentum. The rest of the set was a serving showcase, with both players holding firm until the tie-break.
Zverev elevated his level when it mattered most. With powerful serving and clinical shot-making, he raced to a 6-1 lead in the breaker and closed it out on his third set point after 51 minutes.
💪 Zverev Turns the Screws in Set Two
Both players continued to hold serve deep into the second set. At 3-3, Marozsan blinked — missing a key backhand that would’ve given him a break chance. Zverev capitalized, holding for 4-3 and then pouncing on his first break opportunity since the opening game. A costly forehand error from Marozsan handed the German a crucial break.
Serving for the match at 5-3, Zverev showed composure and confidence. He earned three match points and sealed the win on the third after another unforced error from the Hungarian.
📊 By the Numbers
- Aces: Zverev dominated with service winners, creating a 24–11 edge in that department.
- Winners/UEs: Zverev struck 22 winners to just 13 unforced errors. Marozsan had 24 winners but struggled with 29 unforced errors.
- Break Points: Zverev converted 2 of 3 chances; Marozsan had only one break opportunity, which he converted.
🏆 One Step from Glory
Zverev now sets his sights on Sunday’s final, aiming for his third career title in Munich — and the perfect homecoming moment. With the local crowd firmly behind him, the 2021 Olympic gold medalist looks poised to add another trophy to his growing collection.
Stay tuned for the final as Zverev chases history in front of his home fans.
