Alexander Zverev advanced to the Monte Carlo Masters semi-finals after defeating Brazilian teenager João Fonseca in three sets on Friday, reaching the last four of the tournament for the third time in his career.

Nineteen-year-old Joao Fonseca reached the quarter-finals of an ATP Masters 1000 event for the first time with a commanding 6-3, 6-2 victory over Matteo Berrettini in Monte Carlo on Thursday.

Rising teenage star Joao Fonseca was eliminated in the second round of the Australian Open on Thursday by Italy’s seasoned Lorenzo Sonego in a thrilling five-set match.