Zverev Triumphs Over Norrie to Begin China Open Campaign
At the China Open, Alexander Zverev, the world No 2 and top seed, commenced his campaign with a victory over Cameron Norrie, ranked 40th, winning 7-6 (7/1), 6-4. The match took place on Thursday, with Zverev hitting 15 aces.
Norrie nearly won the first set but faltered in the tie-break. Zverev maintained his momentum in the second set, breaking Norrie in the 10th game to secure the match.
He expressed surprise and happiness with his performance, having arrived in China just two days prior after participating in the Laver Cup with Team Europe. Zverev is set to face Shang Juncheng of China, ranked 250th, in the second round.
Additionally, Roman Safiullin defeated Flavio Cobolli 6-3, 6-2, and Hubert Hurkacz overcame Learner Tien 5-7, 6-3, 6-4, both advancing to the next round.
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