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John Isner has finally managed to break his long-time jinx to win the maiden Masters 1,000 title in his career. The American registered a 6-7 (4-7), 6-4, 6-4 victory over German Alexander Zverev in the Miami Open final to bag the coveted title.
Despite producing a comprehensive straight-set victory over the in-form Juan Martin del Potro in the semi-finals, the American had some early hiccups in the first-set of the final in Key Biscayne, Florida.
Alexander Zverev of Germany reacts against John Isner of the United States in the mens final match during the Miami Open.
However, Isner fought back and the opening set went down to the wire as world number five Zverev edged in the tie-break. But the 32-year-old American twice broke his 20-year-old German rival in the next two sets, apart from holding his serve throughout the match at the Tennis Center at Crandon Park.
Zverev showcased a valiant performance to save five break points in the decider but home favourite Isner sealed the match as well as the title with his 18th ace.
John Isner (USA) in action during the finals of the 2018 Miami Open.
Thanks to his first-ever Masters win, the world number 17 will now return to the top 10 next week.
(CGTN)
