Australian Open finalist Alexander Zverev wasted a big third-set lead as he suffered a second straight quarter-final defeat in South America, 4-6, 6-3, 6-4 against Argentine Francisco Comesana in Rio de Janeiro.

Argentinian Francisco Comesana stunned Australian Open finalist and world number two Alexander Zverev on Friday with a 4-6 6-3 6-4 win in the quarter-finals of the Rio Open, the biggest win of his career so far.

Argentina's world number 86, Francisco Comesana delivered a stunning performance at the Rio Open on Friday. He defeated the Australian Open finalist and world number two Alexander Zverev 4-6, 6-3, 6-4 in the quarter-finals. This win is a major milestone in Comesana's career as it is his first-ever victory over a top-five opponent.

Alexander Zverev had to work hard in the second round of the ATP 500 event in Rio. World no. 2 defeated Alexander Shevchenko 7-6, 7-6 in two hours and 28 minutes for a place in the quarter-final.

Friday's win in Rio de Janeiro is the 24-year-old Francisco Comesana's first victory over a top-five ranked opponent.

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The quarterfinals at the ATP Rio Open are set, and some unexpected names have emerged. This has not been a good week for the seeded players, but the top seed, Alexander Zverev and defending champion,