Davidovich Fokina stuns Zverev to secure Shanghai Masters final berth
Alejandro Davidovich Fokina defeated Alexander Zverev 5-7, 6-4, 6-3 in the Shanghai Masters semifinals. The Spanish player came back after dropping the first set to reach the final. Zverev, described as a future No. 1, was eliminated.
Spain’s Alejandro Davidovich Fokina reached the Shanghai Masters final by defeating Germany’s Alexander Zverev 5-7, 6-4, 6-3. He lost the first set before taking the next two in the semifinal.
The match took place in Shanghai, China, on Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026. Zverev, described in the report as a future top-ranked player, was eliminated. Associated Press photos from the match were credited to Andy Wong.
The result may draw more attention to Davidovich Fokina and Spain’s tennis scene, while Zverev’s supporters could feel disappointment. For casual fans, the upset may reinforce the unpredictability of Masters-level events and encourage interest in the final. Sponsors, broadcasters, and Shanghai organizers could benefit from added drama, though the long-term impact on the sport remains uncertain.