Stuttgart, June 13 -- Top-seed Alexander Zverev reached the semifinals of the ongoing Stuttgart Open, overcoming Brandon Nakashima in the quarterfinals on Friday.

As per the ATP Tour's official website, he defeated Brandon by 7-5, 6-4 to maintain his perfect record against him.

Zverev, the home favourite, continues his chase for first-ever grass court title, saving two break points he faced. He also struck 31 winners and 20 unforced errors, making it to the semis after a one-hour, 32-minute clash.

Zverev, leading 4-0 against Brandon in ATP Head-to-Head series, is the first top-three star to reach the semis here in Stuttgart since Roger Federer's title win in 2018.

Zverev will be aiming to continue his hot streak in Germany, having won...