Overview
- Alexander Zverev was eliminated from the ATP Finals after a 4–6, 6–7 (4) defeat to Félix Auger-Aliassime in Turin.
- Boris Becker, speaking on Sky, said Zverev showed a “mental block” under pressure and argued that no new coach feels able to enter his father‑brother‑mother setup.
- Zverev rebuffed Becker’s remarks by saying he has no desire to hear his comments, and recent reporting describes their relationship as noticeably cooler.
- Zverev will play the Davis Cup in Bologna at his teammates’ request, despite calling the current event format a “show tournament,” as Germany chases a first title in 32 years.
- Calling 2025 “an incredibly unsatisfying season,” Zverev finished with one title in Munich, previous external coaching stints were short-lived, and a January role for Toni Nadal is reported as unlikely.