Alexander Zverev praises Jannik Sinner after French Open victory
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 4:05 AM
Last updated Jun 11, 2026
Alexander Zverev won his first major title at the 2026 French Open, defeating Flavio Cobolli in five sets. Following his victory, Zverev commented on Jannik Sinner, whom he did not face in the tournament. He described Sinner's playing style as relentless and acknowledged feeling less effective against him compared to other players. Zverev had previously noted a gap between Sinner and the rest of the tour, which stirred controversy. Looking ahead, Zverev expressed eagerness to compete with Sinner at Wimbledon later this month, beginning June 29.
- •Zverev wins first major at 2026 French Open against Flavio Cobolli
- •He praises Jannik Sinner's playing style after avoiding him in the tournament
- •Sinner lost to Juan Manuel Cerundolo due to illness during the tournament
- •Zverev hopes to face Sinner at Wimbledon starting June 29
- 4:05 AMYahoo Sports — ‘Doesn’t Let You Breathe’ – Alexander Zverev Makes Jannik Sinner Claim After Avoiding Him in Paris
"After years of near misses, Alexander Zverev has finally won his first major at the 2026 French Open, outlasting Italy’s Flavio Cobolli in a five-set thriller. Yet, even as he celebrated the pinnacle of his career in the French capital, Zverev made a few candid remarks about Jannik Sinner and the rest of the tour, reopening quotes that had drawn backlash from fans and analysts.
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