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Flavio Cobolli receives support after French Open final loss to Zverev

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 8, 2026, 7:06 AM

Last updated Jun 8, 2026

Flavio Cobolli receives support after French Open final loss to Zverev

Summary

Flavio Cobolli fell short in his maiden Grand Slam final at the 2026 French Open, losing to Alexander Zverev 6-1, 4-6, 6-4, 6-7(5), 6-1. Despite the defeat, Cobolli's performance drew praise from fellow players, including Iga Świątek and Carlos Alcaraz, both of whom offered encouraging messages via social media. Cobolli reached the final after impressive victories earlier in the tournament, including a four-set win over Felix Auger-Aliassime in the semifinals. He expressed pride in his journey, acknowledging Zverev's deserving win and looking forward to future opportunities. Cobolli will begin his grass-court season at the Terra Wortmann Open in Halle, starting June 15.

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•Cobolli lost to Zverev in the French Open final on June 7.
•He advanced to the final without losing a set until the final match.
•Cobolli received support from players like Świątek and Alcaraz.
•He plans to compete at the Terra Wortmann Open in Halle starting June 15.
•The final match lasted over four hours, showcasing Cobolli's competitive spirit.

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7:06 AMYahoo Sports — Iga Świątek, Carlos Alcaraz Lead Tennis World in Comforting Flavio Cobolli After His French Open Heartbreak

What they're saying

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Flavio Cobolli’s maiden Grand Slam final didn’t pan out as he would have hoped, as Alexander Zverev emerged victorious in their blockbuster clash to clinch the 2026 French Open title. Despite falling short, the Italian has received an outpouring of support, with Iga Świątek and Carlos Alcaraz among those sending heartfelt messages.
— Yahoo Sports

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