Zverev Meets Defending Champ Popyrin in Toronto Quarters

At the 2025 National Bank Open Presented by Rogers in Toronto, top-seeded Alexander Zverev advanced to the quarterfinals after Francisco Cerundolo retired due to injury, setting up a match against defending champion Alexei Popyrin. Popyrin, who won his first Masters 1000 title at this tournament in 2024, stunned Daniil Medvedev in the third round, marking his fourth Top 20 victory of the season. Despite leading early, Popyrin adapted his tactics to regain control and ultimately won the match, showcasing strong serving under pressure. The tournament has seen several top players, including Jannik Sinner, Carlos Alcaraz, Jack Draper, and Novak Djokovic, skip the event, leaving Zverev as the highest-ranked competitor. Other notable players advancing include American Alex Michelsen and Russian Karen Khachanov. Fans are eagerly anticipating the quarterfinal clash between Zverev and Popyrin, as well as the doubles competition featuring top seeds and Canadian teams.