Alexander Zverev has provided a concerning injury update ahead of the ATP finals. The German was seen struggling during his Paris Masters semi-final clash against Jannik Sinner on Saturday, November 1.
Alexander Zverev's injury update ahead of ATP finals
The Italian gave a strong performance, riding to a smooth 6-0,6-1 win. In the post-match press conference, Zverev disclosed that he played with an ankle injury, which worsened during the match.
He said that his ankle 'swelled up' after the game against Sinner, noting that he needed to be at 100% to stand a chance against the World No.2.
"Unfortunately, it swelled up a lot yesterday after the match. But to be honest, I mean against Jannik, if you're not 100% and if you're not playing at your absulute best, then you simply don't stand a chance, and he showed that today. Of course, I couldn't move 100%. I couldn't really push off on my serve either, which is obviously very, very important for me against him. But overall, if you're not at 100%, you don't stand a chance against him," said Alexander Zverev.
He also addressed his participation in the ATP Finals. Zverev will consult the doctor who managed his ankle surgery after the ligament injury he picked up during the 2022 French Open before taking a final call.
"Yes, I'll probably fly to Munich to see my doctor who did the surgery on my ankle. I'll look into it with him and see what it is and if we can do anything about it. Maybe we can make an injection, and then I'll come to Turin at some point," he added.
Ahead of the Paris Masters, Zverev competed at the Vienna Open, where went into the final. He once again had to lock horns with Sinner, who secured the title win with a 3-6, 6-3, 7-5 win.
When Alexander Zverev stated that he can 'spoil' the party for Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz
Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz are currently the top two players in the ATP rankings, having given strong performances throughout the year. They shared the four Grand Slams between them this year, with no other player challenging their run.
Even after facing an early exit at Wimbledon. Alexander Zverev, earlier this year in July, said that he had the potential to spoil Alcaraz and Sinner's party. In a press conference, putting confidence in himself, he said (as quoted by SI):
"At the moment, Carlos is the kind of the star boy now. He just brings great energy to the court, and along with Jannik, they are the players to beat. I just hope to spoil their party a little bit, and I think I can do that."
Alexander Zverev had faced criticism from fans after his loss against Jannik Sinner at the Paris Masters.