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So how can Zverev win? He’s got much better at hiding his forehand in recent times, but as discussed, Alcaraz’s forehand could’ve been designed to find it. So he’ll have to serve brilliantly – and he can – and given how many drops he’ll have to retrieve, his volleying must also be on-point. He’s also got much better at putting away overheads, but is still iffy with anything requiring greater dexterity, so will need a great day in that aspect.
It’s worth noting that Alcaraz found the mental side of things a lot when losing last year’s semi to Djokovic, lost the first set of last year’s Wimbledon final 6-1 and the first set of Friday’s semi 6-2. If Zverev starts well, he’s got a chance, but it’s rare to see an underdog win from behind and this match-up reeks of that aspect.
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