Zverev explains what is the most complicated thing about playing in the wind

Raquel Bermúdez Rodríguez | 11 Aug 2024 | 00.55

Alexander Zverev in press conference after defeating Holger Rune. Photo: Getty

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Although today he has only had to play one match, Alexander Zverev will have to be ready to double up if he wins his quarterfinal match this coming Sunday. The German tennis player, seeded second in the 2024 ATP Montreal, defeated Holger Rune in the round of 16. In the press conference, Sascha analyzed his recent victory and discussed his journey in the Canadian tournament.

The wind, a fundamental factor in the day in Montreal

"It's difficult to play, no doubt. I knew it wouldn't be a pretty match, that it wouldn't be fantastic, because with this wind, it's simply not possible. I was aware that I had to find a way to win, and today I did it," the German player explained to the media.

"For me, the most challenging part is playing from the baseline. You can't hit aggressive shots as you might want to because you can't risk as much as you'd like. You have to be more patient. It's something I've had to learn over the years. Historically, I haven't been a great player in windy conditions, so it's something I've been learning. I'm getting better at it every time."

Victory against Holger Rune

"I would have liked to finish faster, winning 6-3 in the second set. The conditions were very different compared to the match in Roland Garros. The courts here are very fast, and there's a lot of wind, very difficult to play. I'm happy with the victory, to be in the quarterfinals. It wasn't our best tennis; the most important thing was to get the win."

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