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First set: Dominic Thiem 2-1* Alexander Zverev: We have our first hold. A much better service game from Thiem, who slammed down an unreturned first serve followed by a serve-forehand 1-2 punch to edge ahead 30-15. Then he crushed a vicious 148kmh forehand down-the-line winner for 40-15. On the second game point, Zverev dumped a limp backhand drop shot into the net.
In these early stages, it is already clear that Thiem is on the front foot and controlling these rallies. We will see how much Zverev can impose himself as the match progresses.
Written by Tumaini Carayol
This news first appeared on https://www.theguardian.com/sport/live/2020/jan/31/dominic-thiem-v-alexander-zverev-australian-open-2020-semi-final-live under the title “Dominic Thiem v Alexander Zverev: Australian Open 2020 semi-final – live!”. Bolchha Nepal is not responsible or affiliated towards the opinion expressed in this news article.
