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Zverev Fires Back at Becker and Rittner as He Prepares for Stuttgart Open

The German star will start his grass-court season Thursday after defending his family-run coaching team, affirming respect for Becker's views.

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Overview

  • Zverev exited the French Open in the quarterfinals after losing to Novak Djokovic, drawing public critiques of his play.
  • He rejected Becker’s call for a coaching overhaul, defending his father as head coach and his brother as manager.
  • The German dismissed Rittner’s challenge to his weather-based post-match analysis, labeling her opinions false and unworthy of serious consideration.
  • Zverev emphasized he retains “massive respect” for Becker and remains open to his advice despite their disagreement.
  • He will kick off his grass-court season in Stuttgart on Thursday with a first-round bye.