What to watch this weekend in international sports
Here are some things for Canadian fans to follow during a pretty busy weekend on the global sports scene.
Alexander Zverev Sport News
Friends turn rivals as Zverev relishes Cobolli clash in Paris final
PARIS, June 5 : Alexander Zverev's French Open final against Flavio Cobolli will carry a personal twist, after their friendship grew at the Laver Cup and the support of the Italian's father in difficult moments on tour deepened ties heading into Sunday's showdown.
Mensik says facing Zverev at French Open felt like 'hitting a wall'
PARIS, June 5 : Czech youngster Jakub Mensik compared playing Alexander Zverev to "hitting a wall" after the German second seed ended his French Open dream in the semi-finals on Friday.
Resolute Zverev reels in Mensik to set up French Open final against Cobolli
PARIS, June 5 : Alexander Zverev moved to within touching distance of a long-coveted maiden Grand Slam title, as the German dismantled 26th seed Jakub Mensik 7-5 6-2 3‑6 6-3 on Friday to reach the final of the French Open again.
Cobolli through to French Open final after Arnaldi withdraws due to illness
PARIS, June 5 : Flavio Cobolli reached the French Open final after his semi-final opponent, fellow Italian Matteo Arnaldi, withdrew from the match on Friday due to a virus.
Alexander Zverev beats Jakub Mensik to set up latest grand slam title chance
Alexander Zverev’s march towards an expected first grand slam title continued with a semi-final victory over Jakub Mensik.
Zverev beats Mensik at French Open, nears elusive Slam title - ESPN
Jannik Sinner lost early. Carlos Alcaraz withdrew due to injury.
Resolute Zverev reels in Mensik to return to French Open final
PARIS, June 5 : Alexander Zverev moved to within touching distance of a long-coveted maiden Grand Slam title, as the German fought past 26th seed Jakub Mensik 7-5 6-2 3‑6 6-3 on Friday to reach the French Open final again.