The third stage match of Wimbledon 2023 between Alexander Zverev and Matteo Berrettini will take place on July 8.
Alexander Zverev’s relatively smooth progress in the early rounds of Wimbledon has encountered an unfortunate twist as he is set to face a former runner-up in the third round. Despite comfortable victories over Gijs Brouwer and Yosuke Watanuki, with just one set dropped, Zverev’s quest to reach the quarterfinals at Wimbledon, the only Grand Slam where he hasn’t achieved that feat, remains a challenge. To change that this year, he will need to deliver exceptional performances in his upcoming matches. Overcoming Matteo Berrettini will be crucial, but even if successful, Zverev will likely face the current world No. 1 Carlos Alcaraz in the round of 16, presenting yet another formidable test for him.
Matteo Berrettini faced a challenging draw at Wimbledon, but he has surprised many by becoming a threat to higher-ranked opponents. He defeated Lorenzo Sonego in four sets, avenging a recent loss in Stuttgart. In the second round, he showcased his form by not dropping a set against Alex de Minaur, the 2023 ATP London runner-up. Despite not initially being considered a strong contender, Berrettini’s impressive performances have changed that perception. He has established himself as a top grass-court player in recent years. Concerns about his fitness and limited match practice led to underestimation this time. Berrettini has a strong history at Wimbledon, reaching the final in 2021 and the round of 16 in 2019.
| Alexander Zverev vs Matteo Berrettini | Details |
|---|---|
| Date | July 8, 2023 |
| Surface | Grass |
| Tournament | Wimbledon |
| Stage | Third round |
| Time (India) | 03:30 pm |
| Opponent | Score |
|---|---|
| Yosuke Watanuki | 6-4, 5-7, 6-2, 6-2 (W) |
| Gijs Brouwer | 6-4, 7-6, 7-6 (W) |
| Jiri Lehecka | 6-4, 6-7, 10-6 (W) |
| Alexander Bublik | 3-6, 5-7 (L) |
| Nicolas Jarry | 7-5, 6-3 (W) |
| Opponent | Score |
|---|---|
| Alex De Minaur | 6-3, 6-4, 6-4 (W) |
| Lorenzo Sonego | 6-7, 6-3, 7-6, 6-3 (W) |
| Lorenzo Sonego | 1-6, 2-6 (L) |
| Holger Rune | (walkover) (L) |
| Francisco Cerundolo | 5-7, 7-6, 6-4 (W) |
With a 4-1 lead, Alexander Zverev holds a significant advantage in this matchup, especially on surfaces other than grass. However, it’s important to acknowledge that Matteo Berrettini is currently regarded as one of the top grass-court players on the tennis tour. The outcome of this match will primarily rely on Berrettini’s performance and his level of fitness.
The third stage match of Wimbledon 2023 between Alexander Zverev and Matteo Berrettini will take place on July 8.
| Area | Broadcaster |
|---|---|
| France | france.tv sport, Prime Video |
| Europe (all territories except France) | Eurosport |
| Austria | Servus TV |
| Belgium | rtbf.be |
| Switzerland | SRG SSR |
| USA | NBC Sports, Peacock, Tennis Channel, Bally Sports |
| Canada | RDS, TSN |
| Latin America | ESPN |
| Brazil | SPORTV |
| North Africa & Middle East | beIN Sports |
| Sub-Saharan Africa | SuperSport, Canal+ |
| Asia (all territories) | beIN Sports |
| China | CMG |
| Taiwan | ELTA |
| Vietnam | VTV Cab |
| Japan | WOWOW |
| India | Sony Ten |
| Mongolia | SPS |
| Australia | Channel 9 |
| New Zealand | Sky |
| South Korea | CJ ENM |
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