“I spent a lot of time on my phone" - Alexander Zverev admits feeling the pressure at Australian Open 2022
In a press conference ahead of the finals of the 2022 Montpellier Open, Alexander Zverev admitted that excessive time spent on his phone during the Australian Open put a lot of pressure on him.
“I spent a lot of time on my phone in Australia because my relatives weren't with me. It contributed to putting a lot of pressure on me..." said Zverev.
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Zverev suffered a humiliating defeat at the hands of World No. 12 Denis Shapovalov in the fourth round of the Australian Open. Heading into the Melbourne Slam as one of the favorites, the German admitted that he played "bad tennis" at the Major.
No. 3 seed Alexander Zverev was stunned by Denis Shapovalov in the fourth round of the Australian Open Sunday.
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In the press conference, Zverev reiterated his goal of winning a Grand Slam. Reminding everyone that he has already won five Masters 1000 titles and Olympic gold, the World No. 4 said he is "working hard" to capture his first Major.
"I won the Masters twice, 5 masters 1000, the Olympics, my next goal is to win a Grand Slam. I'm working hard for that," added the World No. 3.
Alexander Zverev on the verge of winning 20th ATP title on Sunday
Zverev cruised into the final of the Open Sud de France in Montpellier where he will square off against Alexander Bublik on Sunday. The big-serving Kazakh has had an excellent tournament so far, beating Roberto Bautista Agut and Filip Krajinovic on his way to the summit clash.
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Bublik defeats Krajinovic 6-4 6-2 and books his slot in the Montpellier final!
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Entering the ATP 250 event as a wildcard, Zverev is yet to lose a set in the tournament, registering dominant victories over Adrian Mannarino and Mikail Ymer.
Zverev not here to joke 😬
Montpellier top seed knocked out Adrian Mannarino in 51 minutes 6-1 6-0 to rush into the last 4 https://t.co/jd8ubRTTwR
Bublik enjoys a 1-0 lead over Zverev in the head-to-head. The World No. 35 defeated the German in the first round of the Rotterdam Open in 2021.
But Zverev will be confident of avenging the loss and securing his second title in Montpellier, a tournament he last won in 2017.
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