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Zverev Wins 2025 BMW Open, Secures Third Munich Title on 28th Birthday

Alexander Zverev defeated Ben Shelton 6-2, 6-4 to claim the inaugural ATP 500 BMW Open, marking his 24th career title and matching the record for Munich championships.

Tennis - ATP 500 - Munich Open - MTTC Iphitos, Munich, Germany - April 20, 2025 Germany's Alexander Zverev in action during his final match against Ben Shelton of the U.S. REUTERS/Michaela Stache
Tennis - ATP 500 - Munich Open - MTTC Iphitos, Munich, Germany - April 20, 2025 Ben Shelton of the U.S. in action during his final match against Germany's Alexander Zverev REUTERS/Michaela Stache
Tennis - ATP 500 - Munich Open - MTTC Iphitos, Munich, Germany - April 20, 2025 Germany's Alexander Zverev celebrates with the trophy after winning the Munich Open alongside runner-up Ben Shelton of the U.S. REUTERS/Michaela Stache
Tennis - ATP 500 - Munich Open - MTTC Iphitos, Munich, Germany - April 20, 2025 Germany's Alexander Zverev celebrates with the trophy after winning the Munich Open REUTERS/Michaela Stache

Overview

  • World No. 3 Alexander Zverev triumphed over No. 14 Ben Shelton in straight sets to win the 2025 BMW Open final in Munich.
  • The victory marked Zverev's 24th ATP Tour title and his first of the season, as well as his third career win at the Munich tournament.
  • Zverev became the first German to lift the upgraded ATP 500 trophy, equalling Philipp Kohlschreiber's record of three Munich titles.
  • The tournament's elevation to ATP 500 status in 2025 brought a prize pool of €2.5 million, with Zverev earning €467,485 and a new BMW as the champion.
  • The final showcased a clash of styles, with Zverev's composed play overpowering Shelton's aggressive approach in just 71 minutes.