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Alexander Zverev’s Grand Slam Struggles: Can He Finally Break Through?
Despite competing at the highest level for years and possessing all the tools to be a top player, Alexander Zverev remains without a Grand Slam title—a surprising reality given his immense talent. His struggles have often been attributed to his inability to handle pressure in big moments, leading to a passive approach in crucial stages of major tournaments.
After his shock exit to Taylor Fritz at the 2024 US Open, Zverev recognized the urgent need for change. Determined to correct his weaknesses, he intensified his training with his team, focusing on staying more aggressive and confident in high-pressure situations.
This hard work paid off, as he claimed the 2024 Rolex Paris Masters in November and overtook Carlos Alcaraz to become world No. 2. Heading into the 2025 Australian Open, Zverev had high ambitions, and his run was nearly flawless—until the final, where he suffered a brutal defeat at the hands of Jannik Sinner.
The loss was a tough pill to swallow, and since then, his form has dipped, with disappointing results—including an early exit at Indian Wells.
Zverev Reflects on His Game
While the Big Three era has faded, the dominance of young stars like Sinner and Alcaraz has made Zverev’s quest for a Grand Slam even more challenging. Speaking to Tennis Channel, the German offered a candid analysis of his game:
“I think there are certain shots in my game that I still need to improve. Carlos and Jannik do some things a lot better than me—I truly believe that. There are things I can work on.
I probably serve better than both of them, but I’m 6-foot-6. Carlos can’t just grow six more inches. But other aspects of their game—things unrelated to height—are better, and that’s where I need to improve.”
One area of focus for Zverev has been high short forehands, a shot he admits remains a major weakness:
“We’ve been working on short high forehands every day for the past four or five months. When Carlos or Jannik get a high short ball, the point is over 95% of the time—it’s either a winner or an error. With me, the rally continues.”
Can Zverev Finally Get Over the Line?
As he continues to refine his game, Zverev will need to regain confidence quickly—especially with Roland Garros approaching. While he has all the weapons to win a Grand Slam, the question remains: can he finally overcome his mental hurdles and take the next step?
