Alexander Zverev faces criticism for lengthy ball-bouncing routines at US Open

Alexander Zverev has been criticized at the US Open for taking too long during his serving routine, particularly with excessive ball bouncing. After his win in the final, Ben Shelton labeled the waiting time as 'stupid' for opponents. Zverev acknowledged that his routine had become 'a bit extreme.' Novak Djokovic previously addressed similar complaints in 2021, recognizing the annoyance of his own ball-bouncing habits under pressure. Critics have long mentioned the impact of such routines on match flow, with past commentary citing Rafael Nadal for similar issues. Zverev's routine remains a focal point as the tournament progresses.

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