Alexander Zverev Criticizes Boris Becker Over Remarks About His Family and Tennis Career

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Alexander Zverev Criticizes Boris Becker Over Remarks About His Family and Tennis Career

Alexander Zverev has criticized Boris Becker for his recent remarks about Zverev’s tennis career and family dynamics. The tension escalated after Becker referred to Zverev as a “problem child,” prompting Zverev to accuse him of seeking attention.

Zverev Responds to Becker’s Comments

Zverev, currently ranked third in the world, took issue with Becker’s public criticism. On Becker’s podcast with Andrea Petkovic, the former tennis star expressed concern over Zverev’s performances, calling them lackluster. He suggested that Zverev should consider diversifying his support team, which predominantly consists of his father and brother.

  • Becker indicated that the same faces in Zverev’s box lead to stagnation.
  • He expressed hope but also concern for Zverev’s future prospects in tennis.

Reacting to Becker’s comments, Zverev stated that he is indifferent to what Becker thinks. He emphasized that he believes Becker is using him to attract public interest, remarking, “I don’t care anymore.”

Zverev’s Recent Performance

This year has been challenging for Zverev, who secured only one title at the Munich Open. He experienced an early exit in Wimbledon, and his recent performance in the ATP 500 event in Vienna culminated in a loss to Taylor Fritz.

  • Zverev lost a notable exhibition match in Saudi Arabia, earning £1.1 million despite a brief appearance.
  • He faced an unexpected defeat at the Shanghai Masters against Arthur Rinderknech.

The 28-year-old has attributed his recent struggles to injuries, revealing that he received two injections to treat a back issue after the US Open. He expressed frustration, stating, “The last time I played a tournament pain-free was the Australian Open.”

As Zverev continues to navigate this tumultuous year, he remains confident in his ability to regain form and improve his performance on the court.