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Zverev discusses favorite status ahead of US Open

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 5:07 PM

Last updated Aug 29, 2026

Zverev discusses favorite status ahead of US Open

Summary

Top-seeded Alexander Zverev prepares for the US Open starting Sunday at Flushing Meadows, downplaying his favorite status amid a competitive field. Zverev notes the absence of Jannik Sinner and the uncertainty surrounding defending champion Carlos Alcaraz, who returns from injury. He emphasizes that he feels like one of 128 contenders. Novak Djokovic, seeded fourth, also chases a record 25th Grand Slam title. Other rising players, including Arthur Fils, are highlighted by Zverev and fellow competitors as serious threats in the tournament. Sabalenka aims for a third consecutive US Open title, while challengers like Elena Rybakina and Iga Swiatek also seek to capitalize on the competitive.

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•Zverev comments on the open field at the US Open.
•Alcaraz returns after a lengthy injury absence.
•Djokovic seeks a record 25th Grand Slam title.
•Several rising talents pose a challenge to top seeds.
•Sabalenka aims for third straight US Open title.

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5:07 PMYahoo Sports — US Open top seed Zverev downplays favorite status

What they're saying

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The US Open looks more open than ever, and top-seeded Alexander Zverev says the absence of Jannik Sinner and questions surrounding defending champion Carlos Alcaraz as he returns from injury do little to enhance his own status as favorite.Shelton pointed to Zverev, the returning Alcaraz and Djokovic, but also to rising talents like France's Arthur Fils, who won his first ATP Masters title in Cincinnati last week.
— Yahoo Sports

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