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Alexander Zverev had searched in vain for a Grand Slam title for years before winning the US Open in 2026.
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US Open triumph When his team is already celebrating the title, Zverev inspects his racket
Alexander Zverev wins the US Open, but doesn't notice it at first. For years, the German struggled in vain for a Grand Slam title. Now he gets two in one season. How does it work?
By Lukas Brems
September 14, 2026, 7:44 a.m
AI outlook — possibilities, not facts
Alexander Zverev is considered the favorite at the next Grand Slam tournaments.
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