Roddick and Eubanks Defend Zverev as Season Ends With ATP Finals Exit

Peers cite 24 titles plus repeated Finals berths to argue criticism overlooks a proven résumé.

Overview

Alexander Zverev failed to advance from the Nitto ATP Finals round robin in Turin after losses to Jannik Sinner and Felix Auger-Aliassime.
On his Served podcast, Andy Roddick called recent dismissive takes “disrespectful” and maintained that Zverev remains a great player even if Alcaraz and Sinner have set the current pace.
Chris Eubanks backed Roddick’s view, praising Zverev’s serve and backhand and arguing that critique should not reduce him to being “not good enough.”
Zverev has acknowledged mental and motivational struggles during 2025 and plans a reset, with a sports psychologist under consideration as he prepares for next season.
After sharp remarks from Boris Becker, Zverev dismissed them as attention-seeking and said he is confident he will rediscover his form.