Alexander Zverev’s trial for allegedly causing bodily harm to a woman begins in Germany
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Alexander Zverev’s trial for allegedly causing bodily harm to a woman begins in Germany

Associated Press  

BERLIN — German tennis player Alexander Zverev’s trial for allegedly causing bodily harm to a woman began Friday, German news agency dpa reported. The prosecution accuses Zverev of pushing his ex-partner against a wall and choking her during an argument in Berlin in May 2020, dpa reported. The trial comes after Zverev contested an earlier penalty order issued Oct. 2, including a requirement for Zverev to pay fines amounting to 450,000 euros. The 27-year-old Zverev was a finalist at the U.S. Open in 2020, won the men’s singles Olympic gold medal in 2021 and is fourth in the rankings.

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Alexander Zverev satisfied with 2024 performance despite injury doubts
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Alexander Zverev satisfied with 2024 performance despite injury doubts

The Independent  

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Alexander Zverev: Never ever want to hear another question on ex-girlfriend case
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Alexander Zverev: Never ever want to hear another question on ex-girlfriend case

India Today  

Alexander Zverev said that he does not wish to face more questions about his domestic abuse case by his ex-girlfriend. I never ever want to hear another question about the subject again. Zverev says he never wants to hear another question about his domestic abuse case ever again “Quite a day for you. I imagine given the announcement this morning …

Tennis star Zverev wants to 'move on' after assault case dropped
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Tennis star Zverev wants to 'move on' after assault case dropped

New Indian Express  

PARIS: French Open finalist Alexander Zverev said he "never wanted to hear another question" about his trial over domestic abuse allegations after a German court dropped a case against him Friday. Germany's Zverev defeated Casper Ruud in four sets to reach his second Grand Slam final hours after a settlement was agreed with his ex-girlfriend, who accused him of assaulting …

Alexander Zverev reaches the French Open final on the day his court case is resolved in Germany
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Alexander Zverev reaches the French Open final on the day his court case is resolved in Germany

Associated Press  

PARIS — Alexander Zverev’s day began with the announcement of an out-of-court settlement that brought an end to a domestic violence case in his native Germany. Hours before Zverev’s semifinal began in Paris, word emerged from Berlin that a district court there ended a trial stemming from an ex-girlfriend’s accusation of assault during a 2020 argument. The opponent in Zverev’s …

German court drops case against tennis star Alexander Zverev after settlement with his ex-partner
6 months, 2 weeks ago

German court drops case against tennis star Alexander Zverev after settlement with his ex-partner

Associated Press  

BERLIN — Tennis star Alexander Zverev has settled a domestic abuse case after reaching an out-of-court settlement with his former partner, who accused him of assaulting her. A district court in Berlin ended the trial on Friday with the agreement of state prosecutors and lawyers for Zverev and his former partner Brenda Patea, German news agency dpa reported. Judge Barbara …

Zverev settles domestic violence case brought by former girlfriend
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Zverev settles domestic violence case brought by former girlfriend

The Hindu  

Alexander Zverev has agreed a settlement after the mother of his child accused him of physical abuse and a German court closed the case on Friday, the French Open semifinalist’s lawyers said. “The process against Alexander Zverev was shelved today by the court with the agreement of the prosecutor’s office and Ms Brenda Patea,” the player’s lawyers said in a …

Alexander Zverev beats Casper Ruud to set up French Open final with Carlos Alcaraz
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Alexander Zverev beats Casper Ruud to set up French Open final with Carlos Alcaraz

New York Times  

Alexander Zverev will play Carlos Alcaraz in the men’s final of the French Open on Sunday in Paris. 4th seed Zverev beat a visibly unwell Casper Ruud, the 7th seed, 2-6, 6-2, 6-4, 6-2 to reach the final at the third time of asking, on the same day that the Tiergarten Court in Berlin confirmed that he had settled a …

Alexander Zverev trial explained: Does tennis have a policy on domestic violence?
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Alexander Zverev trial explained: Does tennis have a policy on domestic violence?

The Hindu  

As tennis pro Alexander Zverev competes for a Grand Slam title at the French Open in Paris, he is also involved in a court case at home in Germany connected to his former partner’s accusation he caused her bodily harm. There’s absolutely no chance I am.” Zverev said after his quarterfinal match Wednesday that “everything is going OK from my …

Alexander Zverev faces an ongoing trial in Germany during the French Open. Here’s what to know
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Alexander Zverev faces an ongoing trial in Germany during the French Open. Here’s what to know

Associated Press  

BERLIN — As tennis pro Alexander Zverev competes for a Grand Slam title at the French Open in Paris, he is also involved in a court case at home in Germany connected to his former partner’s accusation he caused her bodily harm. There’s absolutely no chance I am.” Zverev said after his quarterfinal match Wednesday that “everything is going OK …

French Open 2024: Alexander Zverev beats Alex de Minaur, to meet Casper Ruud in semifinals
6 months, 2 weeks ago

French Open 2024: Alexander Zverev beats Alex de Minaur, to meet Casper Ruud in semifinals

The Hindu  

Alexander Zverev advanced to his fourth successive French Open semi-final with a 6-4, 7-6, 6-4 win over Australian 11th seed Alex de Minaur on Wednesday. Fourth seed Zverev will play Casper Ruud for a place in Sunday’s final after the Norwegian received a walkover following Novak Djokovic’s injury-enforced withdrawal. French Open 2024: Andreeva stuns Sabalenka, youngest Grand Slam semi-finalist since …

Alexander Zverev reaches his fourth consecutive French Open semifinal as trial proceeds
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Alexander Zverev reaches his fourth consecutive French Open semifinal as trial proceeds

New Indian Express  

PARIS: Alexander Zverev beat Alex de Minaur 6-4, 7-6, 6-4 on Wednesday night to reach the French Open semifinals for the fourth year in a row. Zverev extended his current winning streak to 11 matches, including a title on clay at the Italian Open last month, and his victory over the 11th-seeded de Minaur at Court Philippe Chatrier moves him …

Zverev to meet Ruud in French Open semi-finals
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Zverev to meet Ruud in French Open semi-finals

China Daily  

Germany's Alexander Zverev celebrates after winning his quarter final match against Australia's Alex De Minaur at French Open in Roland Garros, Paris, France June 5, 2024. PARIS - Alexander Zverev advanced to his fourth successive French Open semi-final with a 6-4, 7-6, 6-4 win over Australian 11th seed Alex de Minaur on Wednesday. Hopefully I can win one," said Zverev, …

Alexander Zverev reaches his fourth consecutive French Open semifinal as trial proceeds
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Alexander Zverev reaches his fourth consecutive French Open semifinal as trial proceeds

Associated Press  

PARIS — Alexander Zverev beat Alex de Minaur 6-4, 7-6, 6-4 on Wednesday night to reach the French Open semifinals for the fourth year in a row. Zverev extended his current winning streak to 11 matches, including a title on clay at the Italian Open last month, and his victory over the 11th-seeded de Minaur at Court Philippe Chatrier moves …

Alexander Zverev’s trial for allegedly causing bodily harm to a woman begins in Germany
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Alexander Zverev’s trial for allegedly causing bodily harm to a woman begins in Germany

The Hindu  

German tennis player Alexander Zverev’s trial for allegedly causing bodily harm to a woman began Friday, German news agency dpa reported. The prosecution accuses Zverev of pushing his ex-partner against a wall and choking her during an argument in Berlin in May 2020, dpa reported. The trial comes after Zverev contested an earlier penalty order issued on October 2, including …

French Open 2024: Zverev sees off Belgium’s Goffin to reach third round
6 months, 3 weeks ago

French Open 2024: Zverev sees off Belgium’s Goffin to reach third round

The Hindu  

World number four Alexander Zverev reached the French Open third round with a 7-6 6-2 6-2 victory over experienced Belgian David Goffin on Thursday, three days after beating Rafael Nadal. Former quarter-finalist Goffin nearly claimed Zverev’s serve in the fourth game but the German held firm, mixing up his strokes well to close out the match in straight sets. “I …

Why Alexander Zverev can play French Open while facing domestic abuse charges
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Why Alexander Zverev can play French Open while facing domestic abuse charges

New York Times  

This article has been updated to reflect the start of the Tiergarten Berlin district court hearing into the charges against Alexander Zverev, Friday May 31. To follow our tennis coverage, In what looks to be one of the most wide-open Grand Slam tournaments in decades, conventional wisdom says Alexander Zverev has to be considered among the favorites for the men’s …

Alexander Zverev insists he is NOT distracted from the French Open by his hearing for domestic abuse next week after being accused of assaulting his ex-girlfriend
6 months, 4 weeks ago

Alexander Zverev insists he is NOT distracted from the French Open by his hearing for domestic abuse next week after being accused of assaulting his ex-girlfriend

Daily Mail  

He faces a 'peak' Rafael Nadal in the first round at Roland Garros on Sunday He is contesting a charge of domestic abuse but will not attend in person Alexander Zverev insists he is not being distracted by his court hearing Alexander Zverev has insisted that his impending hearing for domestic abuse will be no distraction ahead of the French …

French Open 2024: Zverev thought brother was joking when told he had drawn Nadal
6 months, 4 weeks ago

French Open 2024: Zverev thought brother was joking when told he had drawn Nadal

The Hindu  

Germany’s Alexander Zverev thought his brother was joking when he informed him he was playing 14-time champion Rafael Nadal in the opening round of the French Open 2024. “Of course I can guarantee you Novak didn’t want to play Rafa in the first round and Alcaraz, and Jannik didn’t want to play him,” Zverev said. That’s my mindset going into …

Zverev’s stock is rising for the French Open amid questions over Djokovic, Nadal, Sinner and Alcaraz
7 months ago

Zverev’s stock is rising for the French Open amid questions over Djokovic, Nadal, Sinner and Alcaraz

Associated Press  

ROME — Top-ranked Novak Djokovic hasn’t won a tournament all year. Considering the state of his rivals in the top five, Alexander Zverev’s credentials entering Roland Garros are looking pretty good following his second Italian Open title. It’s been a long road of recovery for the fifth-ranked Zverev after tearing three ligaments in his right ankle during the 2022 French …

Australian Open: Zverev blames illness for loss to Medvedev, brushes aside questions on assault investigation
10 months, 4 weeks ago

Australian Open: Zverev blames illness for loss to Medvedev, brushes aside questions on assault investigation

The Hindu  

Alexander Zverev said his energy began to fade midway through his five-sets Australian Open semifinal loss to Daniil Medvedev on Friday and blamed an illness following his win over Carlos Alcaraz in the last round. Zverev was two points from a win after going up 5-4 in the fourth set tiebreak before crashing to a 5-7 3-6 7-6 7-6 6-3 …

Zverev’s Australian Open semifinal run draws attention on and off the court
10 months, 4 weeks ago

Zverev’s Australian Open semifinal run draws attention on and off the court

The Hindu  

Alexander Zverev’s run to a second Australian Open semifinal has drawn attention to his business in other courts. READ | Alexander Zverev stuns Carlos Alcaraz to make Australian Open semis A win on Friday would earn the Olympic gold medalist a spot in Sunday’s championship decider against 10-time Australian Open winner Novak Djokovic or No. That move came five months …

Zverev’s Australian Open semifinal run draws attention on and off the courts
10 months, 4 weeks ago

Zverev’s Australian Open semifinal run draws attention on and off the courts

Associated Press  

MELBOURNE, Australia — Alexander Zverev’s run to a second Australian Open semifinal has drawn attention to his business in other courts. That move came five months after the ATP said there was “insufficient evidence” to substantiate allegations of domestic abuse against Zverev made by another former girlfriend. The ATP began investigating from October 2021 after Zverev’s former girlfriend, Olya Sharypova, …

Zverev domestic violence case and the questions ATP, tennis face
11 months ago

Zverev domestic violence case and the questions ATP, tennis face

Hindustan Times  

On the second season of the Netflix pro tennis docudrama Break Point, an episode titled Unfinished Business gathered far more notice than others. In September 2021, respected broadcaster and former pro Mary Carillo stepped away from working on the Laver Cup which featured Zverev because she didn’t want to avoid the abuse allegations while on air. In an August 2021 …

Alexander Zverev keeps winning. But nobody wants to talk about his domestic abuse trial
11 months ago

Alexander Zverev keeps winning. But nobody wants to talk about his domestic abuse trial

New York Times  

This is getting awkward. Alexander Zverev, the German tennis star set to face trial in May on a domestic abuse charge, keeps dicing with elimination from the Australian Open, which would save the sport from a subject that no one wants to talk about. GO DEEPER Why Alexander Zverev is allowed to play despite domestic abuse allegations The latest allegations …

Zverev wins his opener in Australia a day after he’s ordered to stand trial in assault case in May
11 months, 1 week ago

Zverev wins his opener in Australia a day after he’s ordered to stand trial in assault case in May

Associated Press  

MELBOURNE, Australia — Olympic tennis champion Alexander Zverev won his opening match at the Australian Open on Tuesday, a day after being ordered to stand trial later this year in an assault case in Germany. The sixth-seeded Zverev dropped the first set before rallying to beat fellow German Dominik Koepfer 4-6, 6-3, 7-6, 6-3 in a night match on Melbourne’s …

Zverev to stand trial in assault case in May but will not have to appear in court
11 months, 1 week ago

Zverev to stand trial in assault case in May but will not have to appear in court

The Hindu  

Olympic tennis champion Alexander Zverev will stand trial for alleged assault in Berlin in late May but will not have to appear in court in person, German news agency dpa reported Monday. A court in Berlin issued a penalty order in October ordering Zverev to pay fines amounting to 450,000 euros, but the player contested the ruling which meant the …

Tennis star Zverev to stand trial in assault case in May but will not have to appear in court
11 months, 1 week ago

Tennis star Zverev to stand trial in assault case in May but will not have to appear in court

Associated Press  

BERLIN — Olympic tennis champion Alexander Zverev will stand trial for alleged assault in Berlin in late May but will not have to appear in court in person, German news agency dpa reported Monday. A court in Berlin issued a penalty order in October ordering Zverev to pay fines amounting to 450,000 euros, but the player contested the ruling which …

German court issues penalty order against Zverev over allegation he caused bodily harm to a woman
1 year, 1 month ago

German court issues penalty order against Zverev over allegation he caused bodily harm to a woman

Associated Press  

BERLIN — A German court has issued a penalty order against tennis player Alexander Zverev over allegations he caused bodily harm to a woman. The court in Berlin issued the order on Oct. 2, including a requirement for Zverev to pay fines amounting to 450,000 euros, a statement from the courts service issued Tuesday said. The statement said that Zverev …

Alexander Zverev Fined By German Court For Alleged Assault
1 year, 1 month ago

Alexander Zverev Fined By German Court For Alleged Assault

News 18  

German tennis star Alexander Zverev was handed a 450,000 euro fine by a Berlin court for allegedly assaulting a woman in May 2020, a judicial spokeswoman said Tuesday. The former world number two is contesting the fine, which was issued on October 2, and has “lodged an objection”, a spokeswoman for the Berlin courts said in a statement. Zverev has …

Zverev takes down Medvedev to reach Cincinnati quarterfinals - Western & Southern Open results
1 year, 4 months ago

Zverev takes down Medvedev to reach Cincinnati quarterfinals - Western & Southern Open results

The Hindu  

Alexander Zverev upset third seed Daniil Medvedev 6-4 5-7 6-4 on Thursday in a windy clash between former champions to secure his spot in the Cincinnati Open quarter-finals. Zverev, who came into the match with a 6-9 record versus Medvedev and having lost all three of their meetings this year, broke the Russian three times and saved six of eight …

Alexander Zverev denies assault allegations following application from Berlin public prosecutor’s office
1 year, 4 months ago

Alexander Zverev denies assault allegations following application from Berlin public prosecutor’s office

The Hindu  

Alexander Zverev has again denied allegations of assault after the public prosecutor’s office in Berlin applied for a penalty order to be made against the German tennis star. I won’t say any more than that,” Zverev said at the Hamburg European Open on Monday in comments reported by news agency DPA. DPA reported the Tiergarten District Court confirmed receipt of …

Alexander Zverev denies allegations of assault following application from Berlin public prosecutor’s office
1 year, 4 months ago

Alexander Zverev denies allegations of assault following application from Berlin public prosecutor’s office

Hindustan Times  

Alexander Zverev has again denied allegations of assault after the public prosecutor’s office in Berlin applied for a penalty order to be made against the German tennis star. Alexander Zverev from Germany during an interview during the Hamburg European Open tournament, at the Rothenbaum Tennis Stadium “From my side, I completely reject the allegations. I won’t say any more than …

Zverev, Ruud and a French renaissance
1 year, 6 months ago

Zverev, Ruud and a French renaissance

Hindustan Times  

As Alexander Zverev tested every ounce of Rafael Nadal’s clay-court skills in two highly-competitive sets for three hours and counting in last year's French Open semi-final, Casper Ruud braced for a long night of watching and waiting to know his final opponent. That’s because Ruud, like his 2023 Roland Garros semi-final opponent, has waded through a season of struggle to …

Zverev buries injury misery with French Open semi-final return
1 year, 6 months ago

Zverev buries injury misery with French Open semi-final return

Hindustan Times  

Alexander Zverev reached the French Open semi-finals for a third successive season on Wednesday, one year after his tournament ended in pain and tears when he tore ankle ligaments which left him in a wheelchair. Tennis - French Open - Germany's Alexander Zverev celebrates winning his quarter final match against Argentina's Tomas Martin Etcheverry The German world number 27 claimed …

French Open 2023: Zverev knocks out Dimitrov for quarterfinal spot
1 year, 6 months ago

French Open 2023: Zverev knocks out Dimitrov for quarterfinal spot

The Hindu  

An aggressive Alexander Zverev punched his ticket into the French Open quarter-finals with a 6-1, 6-4, 6-3 win over Bulgarian 28th seed Grigor Dimitrov on Monday to raise hopes that his barren Grand Slam run could finally end. Zverev, whose only defeat by Dimitrov in four previous meetings was nearly a decade ago, wrapped up the first set in double …

On court of pain, Zverev rediscovers his joie de vivre in Paris
1 year, 6 months ago

On court of pain, Zverev rediscovers his joie de vivre in Paris

The Hindu  

A year to the day after suffering a freak injury at Roland Garros, Alexander Zverev fought his way into the fourth round of the French Open, having rediscovered his joie de vivre in a thrilling match against his friend Frances Tiafoe on Saturday. But now it’s going to be a fun second week for me.” Zverev next faces Bulgarian Grigor …

Zverev hails 'justice' as ATP finds 'insufficient evidence' of abuse
1 year, 10 months ago

Zverev hails 'justice' as ATP finds 'insufficient evidence' of abuse

China Daily  

Germany's Alexander Zverev reacts as he plays against Peru's Juan Pablo Varillas during their men's singles match on day two of the Australian Open tennis tournament in Melbourne on January 17, 2023. LONDON — Alexander Zverev said "justice has prevailed" after tennis chiefs announced Tuesday there was "insufficient evidence" to substantiate allegations of domestic abuse against the German former world …

ATP abuse probe finds ‘insufficient evidence’ against Zverev
1 year, 10 months ago

ATP abuse probe finds ‘insufficient evidence’ against Zverev

Associated Press  

LONDON — German tennis player Alexander Zverev will not face disciplinary action after an investigation into domestic abuse allegations against him found “insufficient evidence” to substantiate the claims, the men’s professional tour said Tuesday. “Based on a lack of reliable evidence and eyewitness reports, in addition to conflicting statements by Sharypova, Zverev and other interviewees, the investigation was unable to …

Alexander Zverev in a Battle Against Time to be Fit for US Open
2 years, 4 months ago

Alexander Zverev in a Battle Against Time to be Fit for US Open

News 18  

Germany’s world number two Alexander Zverev says he is facing a battle to be fit for the US Open following surgery on torn ankle ligaments at the French Open. He left the court in a wheelchair, returning shortly after on crutches and in tears to announce his retirement, with Nadal going on to extend his record Grand Slam haul to …

Zverev put on 1-year probation for outburst in Acapulco
2 years, 9 months ago

Zverev put on 1-year probation for outburst in Acapulco

Associated Press  

Tokyo Olympics gold medalist Alexander Zverev was put on probation for one year by the ATP on Monday for violently hitting the chair umpire’s stand repeatedly with his racket following a loss in doubles at the Mexico Open. If Zverev receives a code violation that results in a fine for unsportsmanlike conduct or for “verbal or physical abuse of an …

Alexander Zverev put on one-year probation for outburst in Acapulco
2 years, 9 months ago

Alexander Zverev put on one-year probation for outburst in Acapulco

India TV News  

Highlights The probation ends Feb. 22, 2023 — one year after the episode in Acapulco. The ATP said at the time Zverev was docked $20,000 each for verbal abuse and unsportsmanlike conduct Tokyo Olympics gold medalist Alexander Zverev was put on probation for one year by the ATP for violently hitting the chair umpire's stand repeatedly with his racket following …

Serena sees double-standard in Zverev case: 'I would probably be in jail'
2 years, 9 months ago

Serena sees double-standard in Zverev case: 'I would probably be in jail'

The Hindu  

Twenty-three time Grand Slam champion Serena Williams said she would have faced far harsher punishment had she engaged in similar behavior to German Alexander Zverev, who was thrown out of a tournament last month for unsportsmanlike conduct. The world number three was kicked out of the ATP 500 event in Acapulco after he smashed his racket repeatedly against the umpire's …

Alexander Zverev makes Davis Cup U-turn after disqualification from Mexican Open
2 years, 9 months ago

Alexander Zverev makes Davis Cup U-turn after disqualification from Mexican Open

Firstpost  

Zverev reversed his decision to not feature in the Davis Cup in a bid to save face after getting kicked out of Acapulco last week for repeatedly smashing his racquet against the umpire’s chair and unleashing a foul-mouthed rant. Berlin: Alexander Zverev has reversed his decision not to play in the Davis Cup with the world number three now set …

Alexander Zverev fined $40K, loses prize money, points for outburst
2 years, 9 months ago

Alexander Zverev fined $40K, loses prize money, points for outburst

The Hindu  

Tokyo Olympics gold medalist Alexander Zverev was fined $40,000 by the men's professional tennis tour and will forfeit more than $30,000 in prize money and all rankings points from the Mexican Open after hitting the chair umpire’s stand with his racket following a loss in doubles. In addition to those penalties, the ATP announced Thursday it would undertake “a further …

Alexander Zverev's expulsion from Acapulco Open merited: Rafael Nadal
2 years, 10 months ago

Alexander Zverev's expulsion from Acapulco Open merited: Rafael Nadal

The Hindu  

German Olympic tennis singles champion Alexander Zverev's expulsion from the Acapulco Open for his foul-mouthed tantrum was deserved said Spanish legend Rafael Nadal. World number three Zverev smashed his racket several times against the umpire Alessandro Germani's chair and delivered a foul mouthed rant at the official after he and partner Marcelo Melo lost Tuesday's doubles match. Nadal's assessment of …

Mexican Open: Alexander Zverev's expulsion merited after foul rant, says Rafael Nadal
2 years, 10 months ago

Mexican Open: Alexander Zverev's expulsion merited after foul rant, says Rafael Nadal

Firstpost  

World number three Zverev smashed his racket several times against the umpire Alessandro Germani’s chair and delivered a foul mouthed rant at the official after he and partner Marcelo Melo had lost Tuesday’s doubles match Acapulco, Mexico: German Olympic tennis singles champion Alexander Zverev’s expulsion from the Acapulco Open for his foul-mouthed tantrum was deserved said Spanish legend Rafael Nadal. …

Mexican Open: Alexander Zverev says behaviour was 'unacceptable' in Acapulco
2 years, 10 months ago

Mexican Open: Alexander Zverev says behaviour was 'unacceptable' in Acapulco

Firstpost  

Zverev, ranked three in the world, posted an apology posted on his Instagram account a few hours after his expulsion. German Olympic tennis champion Alexander Zverev said there “was no excuse” for smashing his racket on the umpire’s chair several times and his foul-mouthed rant at the official was “unacceptable”, as he was expelled from the Acapulco Open by the …

Olympic Champion Alexander Zverev Thrown Out of Acapulco Tournament After Tantrum
2 years, 10 months ago

Olympic Champion Alexander Zverev Thrown Out of Acapulco Tournament After Tantrum

News 18  

German Olympic tennis champion Alexander Zverev has been expelled from the Mexican Open in Acapulco after smashing his racket on the umpire’s chair several times and directing a foul-mouthed rant at the official, the ATP announced Wednesday. “Due to unsportsmanlike conduct at the conclusion of his doubles match on Tuesday night, Alexander Zverev has been withdrawn from the tournament in …

Watch: Alexander Zverev attacks umpire's chair, thrown out of Mexicana Open after doubles defeat
2 years, 10 months ago

Watch: Alexander Zverev attacks umpire's chair, thrown out of Mexicana Open after doubles defeat

India Today  

3 Alexander Zverev was ruled out of Mexican Open, the ATP 500 tournament in Acapulco after he physically assaulted the chair umpire after his doubles match on Wednesday. Alexander Zverev, who partnered Brazil's Marcelo Melo in doubles, came close to hitting the chair umpire with his racquet after he lost the doubles match 6-2, 4-6 to British-Finn pair of Lloyd …

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