Grigor Dimitrov’s victory over Carlos Alcaraz sets up a semifinal clash with Alexander Zverev, who also secures a spot in the last four

In a stunning turn of events at the Miami Open, Bulgarian tennis star Grigor Dimitrov outplayed top seed Carlos Alcaraz, sending shockwaves through the tournament. Dimitrov’s remarkable 6-2, 6-4 victory not only halted Alcaraz’s quest for the ‘Sunshine Double’ but also paved the way for a highly anticipated semifinal matchup against Germany’s Alexander Zverev.

Alcaraz, who recently clinched the title at Indian Wells, found himself outmatched by Dimitrov’s exceptional performance. “He played amazing tennis, almost perfect,” Alcaraz admitted, reflecting on his inability to counter Dimitrov’s strategy. The Spanish prodigy’s ambition to emulate Roger Federer’s 2017 achievement of winning both Indian Wells and Miami in the same year came to an abrupt end.

Dimitrov, the 11th seed, showcased his dominance from the outset, breaking Alcaraz’s serve early and maintaining control throughout the match. This victory marked Dimitrov’s second consecutive win over Alcaraz, following their encounter at the Shanghai Masters. Dimitrov’s triumph was a testament to his strategic gameplay and mental fortitude. “Sometimes simplicity is genius,” Dimitrov remarked, emphasizing the effectiveness of his approach against a formidable opponent like Alcaraz.

On the other side of the draw, Alexander Zverev secured his spot in the semifinals with a commanding 6-3, 7-5 win over Hungary’s Fabian Marozsan. Zverev’s performance highlighted his powerful serve and ability to capitalize on breakpoints, showcasing why he is considered one of the ATP Tour’s elite players. The Olympic champion expressed his enthusiasm for the competition, stating, “I’m happy to be back in these late stages of these tournaments, playing the best players in the world.”

The other semifinal will feature a rematch of the recent Australian Open final between Italian second seed Jannik Sinner and Russian third seed Daniil Medvedev. Zverev, who fell to Medvedev in Melbourne, remains in pursuit of his first Grand Slam title but has consistently proven his prowess on the ATP Tour, reaching his 17th Masters 1,000 semifinal.

As the Miami Open heads into its final stages, tennis fans are treated to high-stakes matchups featuring some of the sport’s most talented players. Dimitrov’s resurgence and Zverev’s consistent excellence set the stage for an electrifying conclusion to one of tennis’s premier events.