Despite multiple attempts, Zverev hardly closed the gap on No. 1 Jannik Sinner, who has barred from tennis competition since February.

After the premature elimination against Matteo Berrettini in Monte Carlo, the world number 2 won in Munich in front of his home fans and overtook Carlos Alcaraz in the ATP rankings. The Hamburg ace has a real chance to further extend his lead over the young Spaniard, who had to miss the Mutua Madrid Open due to an adductor injury in his right leg.

Iga Swiatek advanced to the quarterfinals of the Madrid Open after a "more relaxed" day following a blackout while top-seeded Alexander Zverev was upset by Francisco Cerundolo.