Alexander Zverev : Player card

A defining figure in German tennis, Alexander Zverev has established himself as one of the pillars of the global circuit for more than a decade. Turning professional in 2013, he climbed the rankings at remarkable speed, breaking into the Top 10 before turning 21. In 2022, he reached a careerhigh ranking of world No.2, confirming his status as a serious contender for the sport’s most prestigious titles.

Wellversed in the sport’s biggest stages, Sascha etched his name into Olympic history by claiming singles gold in Tokyo and has won the ATP Finals twice, a testament to his mastery indoors. A multiple Masters 1000 champion, he has also reached three Grand Slam finals (the 2020 US Open, Roland-Garros 2024 and the 2025 Australian Open), fuelled by a relentless quest for a title that had long eluded him. A Grand Slam he finally won in 2026 on the court Philippe-Chatrier at Roland-Garros, a highly symbolic venue in his career.

Standing 1.98m tall yet remarkably agile, Alexander Zverev blends a powerful serve, an exceptionally reliable twohanded backhand and an ability to dictate from the baseline. Once considered his most inconsistent stroke, his forehand has matured over the years, allowing him to alternate control and acceleration to take command of rallies. His physical and mental resilience is now beyond doubt and played a key role in his return to the top after serious injuries, illustrating the determination of a competitor who refuses to back down.

Capable of shining on every surface, the Hamburg native remains one of the most feared players on tour. His clashes with Novak Djokovic, Daniil Medvedev, Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner rank among the most intense battles of recent seasons. Now that a weight has been lifted from his shoulders, he hopes to continue filling his trophy cabinet in the months and years to come.