Summary
Alexander Zverev criticized officials for allowing Carlos Alcaraz to take a medical timeout during their long semifinal match at the Australian Open. Alcaraz received treatment for a leg issue, which Zverev believed was just cramping. Alcaraz eventually won the match, advancing to the tournament final.
Key Facts
- Alexander Zverev lost to Carlos Alcaraz in the Australian Open semifinal.
- The match lasted five hours and 27 minutes.
- Officials allowed Alcaraz a medical timeout for a leg issue during the match.
- Zverev argued that Alcaraz's issue was cramping, which usually doesn't permit timeouts.
- Alcaraz won the match in five sets with scores of 6-4, 7-6(5), 6-7(3), 6-7(4), and 7-5.
- Zverev expressed his frustration during the match and in a post-match news conference.
- This match was particularly demanding physically for both players.
- Zverev reflected on his performance, hoping for a better year ahead.
