Alexander Zverev is gearing up for his ninth appearance at the ATP Championships, where he will face French player Arthur Rinderknech in the opening round. Zverev has been in good form recently, having reached the semi-finals at the Terra Wortmann Open in Halle, following a runner-up finish against Taylor Fritz at the Stuttgart Open. He expressed confidence in his preparation, stating, “I had pretty good preparation. Played a final, played a semi-final…”
Despite some ups and downs in his performance, Zverev affirmed his position as number three in the world rankings and remains optimistic about his potential in the upcoming championship. “All in all, I feel like my form has been coming back the last few weeks, few months. I’m looking forward to this championship. I think I can play well here,” he said.
Meanwhile, Stefanos Tsitsipas is also entering the tournament with a new coach, Goran Ivanisevic, who previously guided Novak Djokovic. Tsitsipas, who recently played at the Giorgio Armani Tennis Classic, shared his positive experiences working with Ivanisevic, emphasizing the importance of their relationship and the humbling nature of starting fresh. “He’s been great. I feel like our relationship has strengthened and become much better than what I would have expected it to be,” Tsitsipas noted.
In light of their new beginnings and dedication to improvement, both players bring an exciting narrative to the Championships, showcasing their resilience and determination. As the tournament unfolds, their journeys will certainly be watched closely by fans and analysts alike, providing an opportunity for both players to showcase their talent and growth on one of tennis’ biggest stages.