Zverev in a Race Against Time for US Open

Alexander Zverev is in a race against time to be ready for the US Open after showing clear physical condition issues in the Cincinnati semi-final against Carlos Alcaraz. Despite requesting a medical timeout, he continued, but the 6-4, 6-3 defeat raised concerns about his participation in the New York tournament.

Zverev's participation in the mixed doubles with Belinda Bencic on Tuesday is doubtful, while his participation in the main men's draw remains uncertain.

Additionally, Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner will face each other in the Cincinnati final, continuing their recent dominance in world tennis. This will be the fourth time they have met in a tournament final since Sinner's return.