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Zverev Takes First Set Against Debutant Jódar at Roland Garros

Tournament favorite Alexander Zverev mounted a comeback from 5-2 down to win the first set 7-6 against 19-year-old Rafa Jódar in their Roland Garros quarter-final clash.

The German star recovered from an early deficit to take the opening set in a tie-break during their match on Court Philippe Chatrier. For Jódar, this marks his first-ever appearance on the iconic central court and his debut at the French tournament. mieszalniakolorado.pl

Zverev, currently the favorite to win the title following the exits of Novak Djokovic and Jannik Sinner, continues his pursuit of a maiden Grand Slam trophy. He has previously reached three major finals without securing a victory.