Casper Ruud vs Alexander Zverev will take place in the second semi-final of the 2023 French Open on June 9.
Casper Ruud got revenge on Holger Rune at the French Open, just three weeks after their Rome Masters loss. Ruud dominated the quarterfinals match with a 6-1, 6-2, 3-6, 6-3 victory. Despite recent struggles, Ruud has excelled in high-profile events, reaching the semifinals or better in 12 Masters and Grand Slams since the tour resumed in 2020. However, he still seeks his first title in tournaments above ATP 250 level, despite a career-high ranking of #2. In previous Grand Slam semifinals, Ruud defeated lower-ranked opponents in four sets, including Marin Cilic at the French Open 2022 and Karen Khachanov at the US Open.
Alexander Zverev advanced in Paris by defeating Tomas Martin Etcheverry in four sets. His success was aided by the performances of Daniel Altmaier and Thiago Seyboth Wild, who eliminated top seeds, paving an easier path for Zverev. After returning from injury, Zverev reached the French Open semifinals, boosting his morale. However, he still seeks a notable victory against a top-10 opponent, as he is 0-6 in such matches this year. Facing challenges, Zverev aims to improve his semifinal and top-10 record. Unlike his opponent Casper Ruud, who defends runner-up points, Zverev has matched last year’s semifinal result and secured his top-50 ATP ranking and German #1 status.
| Casper Ruud vs Alexander Zverev | Match details |
|---|---|
| Date | June 9, 2023 |
| Surface | Clay |
| Tournament | French Open |
| Stage | Semi-final |
| Time (India) | 9:00 pm |
| Opponent | Score |
|---|---|
| Holger Rune | 6-1, 6-2, 3-6, 6-3 (W) |
| Nicolas Jarry | 7-6, 7-5, 7-5 (W) |
| Zhang Zhizhen | 4-6, 6-4, 6-1, 6-4 (W) |
| Giulio Zeppieri | 6-3, 6-2, 4-6, 7-5 (W) |
| Elias Ymer | 6-4, 6-3, 6-2 (W) |
| Opponent | Score |
|---|---|
| Tomas Martin Etcheverry | 6-4, 3-6, 6-3, 6-4 (W) |
| Grigor Dimitrov | 6-1, 6-4, 6-3 (W) |
| Frances Tiafoe | 3-6, 7-6, 6-1, 7-6 (W) |
| Alex Molcan | 6-4, 6-2, 6-1 (W) |
| Lloyd Harris | 7-6, 7-6, 6-1 (W) |
With a head-to-head record of 2-1 (0-0 on clay), the level of excitement for this semifinal is notably lower than the other one, creating the perception that Alexander Zverev and Casper Ruud are vying for the runner-up position. Both players have been performing below their best, not only currently but also throughout the 2023 season. As a result, neither player is expected to have a notable advantage in this evenly matched encounter.
Casper Ruud vs Alexander Zverev will take place in the second semi-final of the 2023 French Open on June 9.
| 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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