Zverev no longer ‘third guy’ of men’s tennis after winning US Open final to claim second slam title
Alexander Zverev started the year as a perennial grand slam bridesmaid, but ends it a two-time champion after claiming the US Open.
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Alexander Zverev, once known as the best player never to win a grand slam, has won his second grand slam singles title at the US Open.
Zverev's victory marks a significant step towards creating a modern Big Three in men's tennis, and he paid tribute to his mother's support after being diagnosed with type-one diabetes as a child.
- Zverev is the only man to capture two majors in 2026.
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- TAThe Age (AU)Left
Zverev no longer ‘third guy’ of men’s tennis after winning US Open final to claim second slam title
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Zverev no longer ‘third guy’ of men’s tennis after winning US Open final to claim second slam title
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Zverev no longer ‘third guy’ of men’s tennis after winning US Open final to claim second slam title
Why it matters
Zverev's win marks a significant milestone in his career and may impact the future of men's tennis
- Zverev's victory may lead to a shift in the men's tennis landscape
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