An unfortunate event disrupted Alexander Zverev’s opening match at the ongoing Halle Open. The 28-year-old began his campaign in the ongoing ATP event on Wednesday, where he defeated America's Marcos Giron in straight sets with a score of 6-2,

Alex Zverev continued his Wimbledon preparations with a dominant 6-2, 6-1 win over the USA’s Marcos Giron to reach the second round in Halle, despite his attention being temporarily diverted to help an injured fan in the stands.

Alexander Zverev's hunt for an elusive grasscourt title began with a clinical 6-2 6-1 victory over Marcos Giron in the first round of the Halle Open on Wednesday in a match interrupted by an advertising hoarding falling on spectators.