Most recently, Zverev advanced to the semifinals of the National Bank Open after a series of hard-fought matches. He rallied to defeat Alexei Popyrin in a three-set battle (6-7(8), 6-4, 6-3), demonstrating his trademark resilience and shot-making under pressure. In the subsequent round, he progressed when 14th seed Francisco Cerundolo retired due to an abdominal injury with Zverev leading 6-4, 1-0. Earlier, Zverev overcame Matteo Arnaldi in another three-set contest, prevailing 6-7(5), 6-3, 6-2. His strong performances signal a return to form following his post-Wimbledon break.
Zverev’s matches at the National Bank Open have set up a much-anticipated clash with 11th-seeded Karen Khachanov, who recently defeated American Alex Michelsen. The tournament has been a showcase for Zverev’s mental toughness and tactical acumen, crucial assets as he prepares for the upcoming US Open set to begin August 24, 2025.
Despite his on-court success, Zverev has also been the subject of off-court scrutiny. Allegations of personal misconduct surfaced when Olga Sharypova, his former partner, recounted incidents of alleged physical abuse. According to Sharypova, one such incident escalated violently, raising ongoing discussions about athlete accountability and mental health. World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka has publicly advised Zverev to seek mental health support, citing her own positive experiences with therapy and the critical role of family.
Earlier this season, Zverev’s bid for grass-court success was halted by Daniil Medvedev in the Halle Open semifinals, where Medvedev edged out the home favorite in a tight three-set contest. However, Zverev bounced back quickly, defeating Flavio Cobolli to reach the semifinals at the same event.
With his remarkable consistency and ability to navigate both adversity and opportunity, Alexander Zverev remains a central figure on the ATP Tour. As the tennis world looks ahead to the US Open, all eyes will be on whether Zverev can convert his strong recent form into another deep Grand Slam run.