Overview

• Boris Becker publicly endorsed a part-time coaching partnership for Alexander Zverev with Rafael and Toni Nadal, calling the approach a significant step forward.
• Zverev spent ten days training at Rafael Nadal’s academy in Mallorca following his Wimbledon exit and has sought strategic and mental-game advice from both Nadals.
• Discussions with Toni Nadal are ongoing as Zverev tries to convince him to commit additional weeks of training despite Nadal’s busy schedule.
• Elevated to the No. 1 seed at the Toronto Masters after Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz withdrew, Zverev will face Matteo Arnaldi in the round of 32.
• The German star aims to use his run in Toronto to restore form and confidence as he targets his first Grand Slam title at the US Open.