Zverev routs Royer, sets up Struff test
A clinical 6-2, 6-1, 6-2 win keeps the German in the hunt for a third-round showdown.
Alexander Zverev obliterated Arthur Royer in straight sets to storm into the Wimbledon third round, signaling his intent to claim the title with a performance of ruthless efficiency. The German fourth seed dismantled the French qualifier 6-2, 6-1, 6-2 on Centre Court, delivering a masterclass in baseline aggression. Zverev faced zero break points throughout the contest, dictating play with heavy groundstrokes that left Royer scrambling to survive the onslaught.
The match lasted just over an hour, with Zverev firing 30 winners and committing only 12 unforced errors. Royer, who earned his spot via the qualifying rounds, simply had no answer for the precision and power coming from the other side of the net. The scoreline reflects the chasm in class between the two players.
