Prime-ranked Carlos Alcaraz defeated Alex de Minaur in an in depth 7-5, 6-2, 6-1 match on the Australian Open on Tuesday, shifting him two wins away from finishing a profession Grand Slam.
Alcaraz will face 2025 runner-up Alexander Zverev in his first semi-final in Australia, who defeated 20-year-old Lerner Tien 6-3, 6-7 (5), 6-1, 7-6 (3) within the afternoon match.
The pinnacle-to-head file between the 2 is 6 wins and 6 losses, with Zverev set to win within the quarterfinals, which would be the solely assembly in Australia in 2024.
“It will be a fantastic battle,” Alcaraz stated. “I’m wanting ahead to taking part in with him right here and getting revenge.”
