Alexander Zverev reached the semi-finals of the Masters in Indian Wells for the first time in his career. This means he belongs to an exclusive group of players on the ATP tour who have reached at least the semi-finals of all nine tournaments in the Masters category. “It’s something special to be one of only five players in history to have achieved that. That’s something I’m proud of,” said Zverev.

So far it has only been except for him Novak DjokovicRafael Nadal, Roger Federer and Andy Murray succeeded. With the 6:2, 6:3 against Arthur Fils, Zverev now belongs to this exclusive group.

In the semi-finals on Saturday Zverev on Jannik Sinner from Italy. The number two in the tennis world rankings won the duel with Learner Tien from the USA 6:1, 6:2. “We had close matches,” said Zverev about past games against Sinner. “It’s always a challenge, he’s always been one of the best two players in the world for the last two years. He and Carlos have won all the Grand Slams and major events. Of course it’s a challenge, but one that I’m looking forward to.” Carlos Alcaraz from Spain and Daniel Medvedev from Russia will meet in the other semi-final.