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Zverev Reaches Toronto Masters Quarterfinals After Battling Burnout

The world No. 3 hopes that month-long rest followed by training at Nadal’s academy will fuel his US Open campaign.

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Alexander Zverev in Toronto
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Alexander Zverev tröstete seinen Gegner Francisco Cerundolo nach dessen Aufgabe in Toronto.

Overview

  • Zverev admitted to experiencing a “kleines Burnout” that left him unmotivated to train or compete earlier this season.
  • He took nearly a month off after Wimbledon and then practiced at Rafael Nadal’s Mallorca academy under Toni Nadal’s guidance.
  • Zverev advanced to the quarterfinals when Francisco Cerundolo retired at 6-4, 1-0 in their Toronto Masters match.
  • He says he now feels mentally refreshed and expects to contend for the US Open title beginning August 24.
  • Negotiations are under way for a more formal coaching partnership with Toni Nadal starting next season.