Shanghai Masters 2026 Live Update: Alexander Zverev Takes First Set 6-4 Against Alex de Minaur, One Set Away From Semis | WATCH

Alexander Zverev took the first set 6-4 against Alex de Minaur in their Shanghai Masters 2026 quarter-final on Thursday. The German made the most of his chances to take the early lead in the battle for a place in the semi-finals.

De Minaur is looking to fight back in the second set and the score was locked at 3-3 at the latest score update.

Alexander Zverev vs Alex de Minaur Live Score: German Takes Opening Set 6-4

The world no.2 Zverev had the edge on serve in the opening set, hitting eight aces to De Minaur’s five. He also won 81% of points on his first serve, while the Australian won 79% of his first-serve points.