Overview
- Alexander Zverev won Roland Garros and the US Open in 2026, completing a breakthrough season that has reshaped his place among the top men’s players.
- At Laver Cup preparations in London this week, Carlos Alcaraz praised Zverev as “probably the best player in the world right now” and quizzed him about his US Open championship moment.
- Critics have argued Zverev benefited from rivals’ absences after Alcaraz missed Roland Garros with a wrist injury and Jannik Sinner missed the US Open with a knee problem, a line of debate that players and family members have pushed back against.
- The Davis Cup Finals draw announced on Tuesday placed Spain and Italy on opposite halves, meaning Alcaraz and Sinner could only meet in Bologna if both play and their teams reach the final, while Italy’s captain says Sinner is in gradual on‑court training and must reach 100% before a decision is made.
- Coaches have publicly defended player choices this week, with Rick Macci backing Alcaraz’s decision to play the Laver Cup over a Davis Cup tie, and commentators noting Zverev could close a roughly 1,370‑point gap to the world No.1 depending on end‑of‑season entries and results.