Ben Shelton and Alexander Zverev joke about doubles showdown at Wimbledon
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 10:00 AM
Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Ben Shelton and Alexander Zverev engaged in a light-hearted exchange at Wimbledon as they prepared for the tournament under their fathers' coaching. The conversation included a playful hypothetical about a doubles match between Team Shelton and Team Zverev, with Zverev humorously backing Shelton's team due to his father's fitness. Both players are looking to carry momentum from recent tournaments into their Wimbledon matches, with Shelton set to face qualifier Otto Virtanen and Zverev matched against Alexander Blockx. Their friendly banter reflects the camaraderie among players ahead of the prestigious grass-court event.
- •Shelton and Zverev prepare for Wimbledon with their fathers as coaches.
- •The duo joked about a potential doubles match between their teams.
- •Shelton and Zverev both had deep runs at the Terra Wortmann Open.
- •Shelton will face Otto Virtanen; Zverev meets Alexander Blockx.
- •Their interaction highlights the friendly competition among ATP players.
- 10:00 AMYahoo Sports — ’You Gotta Stop’ – Ben Shelton Chides Alexander Zverev Amid Playful Banter About Their Fathers at Wimbledon
"Ben Shelton and Alexander Zverev have both arrived at Wimbledon and begun their preparations for the Major under the watchful eye of their fathers, who also serve as the coaches for the ATP stars. After crossing paths at the All England Club, the duo stirred a debate about a potential doubles showdown, which sparked hilarity.
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