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Two-time ATP Finals champion Alexander Zverev booked his place in the season-ending championship by advancing to the semi-finals of the Vienna Open on Friday, marking his eighth qualification in the past nine seasons.

World number three Alexander Zverev said he was playing "terrible tennis" after he was knocked out of the Shanghai Masters by France's Arthur Rinderknech 4-6, 6-3, 6-2 on Monday. The Australian will next meet Portugal's Nuno Borges, who put an end to the hopes of home favourite Shang Juncheng 7-6 (7/5), 4-6, 6-3.

Alexander Zverev accused Shanghai Masters officials of favoring Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz by adjusting court speeds. Sinner, however, dismissed the claims, stating his sole focus is on playing tennis and adapting to all conditions. He emphasized that neither he nor Alcaraz influence court preparations. The debate over court variety in tennis continues.