Overview

• Alexander Zverev disclosed feelings of loneliness and mental strain after his Wimbledon first-round exit and has retreated to Ibiza to rest.
• He has indicated openness to a multiweek break from competition and is considering therapy for the first time in his career.
• Boris Becker said he was moved to tears by Zverev’s candid press conference and immediately reached out, receiving a thumbs-up response.
• Becker has urged Zverev to skip the upcoming Swiss Open in Gstaad, rent a boat for island-hopping and focus on personal recovery rather than tennis results.
• He also criticized Zverev’s brother Mischa for juggling roles as manager and TV expert and called for fresh voices in the player’s support network.