Following Alexander Zverev’s shocking first-round exit at Wimbledon 2025 on July 1, where he lost to Arthur Rinderknech 7-6(3), 6-7(8), 6-3, 6-7(5), 6-4, the world No. 3 made alarming comments about his mental health, saying, “I’ve never felt this empty before” and admitting he might need therapy for the first time, per *ProFootballNetwork*. His brother, Mischa Zverev, a former ATP player and key member of his team, appeared to downplay these concerns in an Amazon Prime interview, expressing surprise and suggesting Alexander’s remarks were a fleeting reaction to the loss. “He’s doing well. He has lost. Of course you’re sad and disappointed, but that’s all part of it. He’s fine, not like the last few years,” Mischa said, per @ilyza1002 on X.
Mischa’s response, described by some as dismissive, sparked debate among fans, with @Bellavia76 on X criticizing the family dynamic, stating, “The family, vi dico, is his problem”. Mischa attributed Alexander’s comments to post-match emotion, noting, “After a loss, you can feel down and say things that in two days aren’t the same,” per *ProFootballNetwork*. He emphasized Alexander’s resilience, pointing to his recovery from a 2022 Roland Garros ankle injury and his 2025 Australian Open final run, where he lost to Jannik Sinner, per *EssentiallySports*. However, Mischa’s comments offered little direct support for Alexander’s mental health struggles, focusing instead on his competitive drive and past successes, like his Paris Masters win, where Alexander credited Mischa’s left-handed practice for his edge, per *Yardbarker*.
Alexander’s candid admission of feeling “very alone” and lacking joy both on and off the court, per *Dhaka Tribune*, contrasted with Mischa’s optimistic framing, raising questions about familial support. Despite their close bond—evidenced by Mischa’s role as Alexander’s manager and practice partner, per *ATPTour.com*—the response suggested a disconnect, possibly due to the family’s focus on tennis over personal struggles, as Alexander noted spending little off-court time with his father, per *Puntodebreak.com*. As Alexander navigates his mental health and career, including a potential US Open push, Mischa’s reaction has left fans divided on whether it adequately addressed his brother’s vulnerability.[]
