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Alexander Zverev vs. Jacob Fearnley Head-to-Head, Preview, Prediction, and Betting Odds for US Open 2025 Round – 2

Fearnley seeks a breakthrough, but Zverev stands as a formidable obstacle in New York.

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Third seed Alexander Zverev will meet Britain’s Jacob Fearnley in the second round of the US Open 2025. Fearnley battled through a tense four-set win over Roberto Bautista Agut in his opener, while Zverev advanced with a routine straight-sets victory over Alejandro Tabilo.

Zverev has enjoyed a strong season so far on tour, rarely bowing out before the last 16. However, inconsistency also played a role. He had a title run in Munich over Ben Shelton, finals in Melbourne and Stuttgart, and semifinal appearances in Halle, Toronto, and Cincinnati. Early exits at Wimbledon, Indian Wells, and Monte Carlo have been the few shortcomings. Statistically, he remains among the tour’s most efficient players, producing 444 aces, winning 75% of his first-serve points, and converting 42% of 417 break-point chances.

Alexander Zverev joining an elite group 👏

he becomes the first man born in 1990 or later to record 500 tour-level wins! pic.twitter.com/WzQGsYTyIK
— US Open Tennis (@usopen) August 1, 2025

Fearnley, by contrast, is still carving his path on the ATP Tour. The Brit claimed four Challenger titles last season and has pieced together some respectable results in 2025, including third-round showings at the Australian Open and Roland Garros. He also made a semifinal run in Canberra and quarterfinals in London. Across 177 break opportunities, Fearnley has converted 42% and won 70% of first-serve points, though his return game remains a work in progress.

Jacob Fearnley grabs his first ever @usopen WIN!! 🔥#BackTheBrits 🇬🇧 | #USOpen pic.twitter.com/5om2nbJPTi
— LTA (@the_LTA) August 27, 2025

Alexander Zverev vs. Jacob Fearnley Head-to-Head Record

Alexander Zverev holds a 2-0 lead in his head-to-head with Jacob Fearnley. Their first meeting came earlier this season at the Australian Open, where Zverev eased through in straight sets. The German repeated the result in Miami, once again proving too strong for the Brit.

Year	Event	Round	Winner	Score
2025	Miami	Round of 64	Alexander Zverev	6-2, 6-4
2025	Australian Open	Round of 32	Alexander Zverev	6-3, 6-4, 6-4

Alexander Zverev vs. Jacob Fearnley Comparison

Alexander Zverev	Category	Jacob Fearnley
3	Current Ranking	60
506-214	Career W-L	16-19
43-16	YTD W-L	14-16
24	Career Titles	0
0	Grand Slams	0
1	YTD Titles	0

Alexander Zverev vs. Jacob Fearnley Prediction

Fearnley’s progress shows promise, but with Zverev’s experience and consistency, the German is likely to keep control and advance.

Alexander Zverev has now won 112 Grand Slam singles matches 🎾

The World no.3 is still searching for that illusive first major title 🏆💪 pic.twitter.com/hNXicdGZug
— TNT Sports (@tntsports) August 27, 2025

Prediction: Alexander Zverev in straight sets

Alexander Zverev vs. Jacob Fearnley US Open 2025 Betting Odds

With Zverev heavily favored at 1/10 against Fearnley’s 6/1, bookmakers expect a straightforward win for the world No. 3.

Here are the betting odds according to BetMGM:

Alexander Zverev: 1/10

Jacob Fearnley: 6/1

Here are the odds for total games as well as total sets for both players (sourced via BetMGM):

Total Sets Under 3.5: 3/4

Total Sets Over 3.5: 1/1

Total Games Under 30.5: 29/20

Total Game Over 30.5: 13/25

Zverev Set 1 Winner: 6/25

Fearnley Set 1 Winner: 29/10

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