The Davis Cup semifinal clash between Germany and Spain promises an intriguing day of tennis in Bologna, Italy, with both teams eager to edge closer to the coveted title. The matchup showcases Germany’s Alexander Zverev and Spain’s Jaume Munar, along with Jan-Lennard Struff opposing Pablo Carreno Busta.
In the opening singles, Alexander Zverev will take on Jaume Munar for the second time in their careers. With one victory each under their belts, their previous meetings—both held on clay—add an interesting layer to this contest. Zverev recently showcased strong form, defeating Argentina’s Francisco Cerundolo in a tough contest, finishing the match with a score of 6-4, 7-6(3). Meanwhile, Munar arrives after a solid performance against Jiri Lehecka, securing a 6-3, 6-4 victory for Spain in the quarterfinals against Czechia. Given Zverev’s superior ranking and indoor expertise, he edges out the matchup, going in as the favorite.
Prediction: Zverev in straight sets.
In the second singles match, Jan-Lennard Struff will look to rebound against Pablo Carreno Busta after a tough loss to Tomas Martin Etcheverry in the previous round, where Struff fell in both sets via tiebreaks. This lengthy season has been challenging for him, now sitting with a 15-22 record overall. Struff has faced Carreno Busta before, but the Spaniard has the advantage, leading their head-to-head 4-2. Notably, Carreno Busta has been especially strong in previous encounters on hard courts, including a decisive victory in their only indoor meeting at the 2020 Paris Masters. Despite a recent loss to Jakub Mensik, Carreno Busta remains a formidable opponent and could have the edge needed to secure a win.
Prediction: Carreno Busta in three sets.
As the day unfolds, fans can anticipate a high-stakes battle as Zverev aims for dominance and Struff seeks redemption against two seasoned opponents. The outcomes will largely shape the trajectory of this semifinal, potentially setting the stage for an electrifying final.
