Boris Becker names Alexander Zverev player of the year after US Open win

Boris Becker has declared Alexander Zverev the frontrunner for the ATP Player of the Year award following his victory at the US Open on September 13, 2026. Zverev claimed his second Grand Slam title of the year by defeating Ben Shelton in the final, having also won the French Open earlier. Becker praised Zverev's achievement, highlighting the significance of winning two Grand Slam titles in one year. Other competitors for the award include Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz, who have also had successful seasons. Zverev's next challenge includes upcoming tournaments in Shanghai and Paris alongside the ATP Finals.

• 3:00 PMYahoo Sports — Boris Becker believes Alexander Zverev is now the leading contender for another ATP award after his US Open win