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Alexander Zverev wins first Grand Slam at 2026 French Open

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 8, 2026, 3:46 AM

Last updated Jun 8, 2026

Alexander Zverev wins first Grand Slam at 2026 French Open

Summary

Alexander Zverev secured his first Grand Slam title at the 2026 French Open, defeating Flavio Cobolli in the final. The match at Stade Roland Garros lasted over four hours, concluding with a score of 6-1, 4-6, 6-4, 6-7(5), 6-1. Zverev's victory followed previous losses in three Grand Slam finals, showcasing his resilience. Notable figures in the tennis community, including Rafael Nadal and Carlos Alcaraz, offered congratulations, recognizing the significance of Zverev's achievement, especially as the first man with Type 1 Diabetes to win a major. Zverev's girlfriend, Sophia Thomalla, also expressed her support from afar.

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•Zverev defeated Cobolli in the French Open final on June 7, 2026.
•The match lasted four hours and 16 minutes.
•Zverev is the first man with Type 1 Diabetes to win a Grand Slam.
•Rafael Nadal congratulated Zverev and recognized Cobolli's performance.
•Carlos Alcaraz sent a supportive message despite missing the tournament.

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3:46 AMYahoo Sports — ‘You Deserve It!’ – Carlos Alcaraz, Rafael Nadal, and Tennis World React to Alexander Zverev’s French Open Triumph

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Alexander Zverev has been inundated with congratulatory messages from across the tennis community after winning his maiden Grand Slam title at the 2026 French Open. Carlos Alcaraz, Rafael Nadal, Billie Jean King, and several others expressed their delight for the German after he triumphed over Flavio Cobolli in a blockbuster final.
— Yahoo Sports

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