Zverev criticized for schedule complaints after Vienna Open loss
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 2, 2026, 11:27 AM
Last updated Nov 2, 2026

Alexander Zverev raised concerns about the ATP calendar, suggesting it should be shortened by two or three weeks for better player recovery. His comments came during a press conference following his semifinal exit at the Vienna Open. Fans criticized Zverev, recalling how he previously mocked Carlos Alcaraz for similar remarks. Zverev recently became world number one, a position he described as a special achievement. He reflected on past injuries that delayed his rise to the top ranking. Zverev's ongoing commentary on the schedule adds to the discourse about player workloads.
- •Zverev suggested shortening the ATP season for player rest.
- •Fans criticized him for hypocrisy after his Vienna Open loss.
- •He recently became world number one for the first time.
- •Zverev emphasized the special feeling of being at the top.
- •He had previously mocked Alcaraz for similar concerns about the schedule.
- 11:27 AMYahoo Sports — “Alcaraz Said The Same Thing And Zverev Mocked Him” – Fans React As German Raises Complaint About Hectic Schedule After Vienna Loss
"Alexander Zverev received heavy criticism from tennis fans after complaining about the hectic tennis schedule, with fans pointing out that Carlos Alcaraz had made similar remarks earlier. During a press conference at the Vienna Open, the German tennis player criticized the ATP calendar and suggested reducing it by two or three weeks to give players more time to rest.
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