Backlash to backtrack? Alexander Zverev addresses the row that threatened his Roland-Garros run
Alexander Zverev started his 2026 French Open campaign with a straight-sets victory over Benjamin Bonzi. He addressed recent criticism regarding his comments about the current state of men's tennis, particularly in relation to Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz. Zverev emphasized the importance of believing in his ability to compete against the top players despite previous losses.
- ▪Zverev won his first match at the 2026 French Open against Benjamin Bonzi with a score of 6-3, 6-4, 6-2.
- ▪He will face Tomas Machac in the next round, having previously beaten him in their only other meeting.
- ▪Zverev clarified his comments about Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz, stating he believes he can beat them if he plays well.
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| Publication time | Tue, 26 May 2026 00:52:18 +0000 |
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