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Alexander Zverev

Alexander Zverev is a German professional tennis player born on 20 April 1997 in Hamburg.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Alexander Zverev is a German professional tennis player born on 20 April 1997 in Hamburg. He has been ranked as high as world No. 2 in singles by the ATP and has won 25 ATP Tour singles titles, including the 2026 French Open and two ATP Finals. He is one of Germany’s leading men’s tennis players.

Early life and background

Alexander Zverev was born in Hamburg in 1997 and is the son of former tennis players. He is widely known by the nickname "Sascha."

Professional career

Zverev turned professional in 2013 and became one of the top players on the ATP Tour. His career highlights include ATP Masters 1000 titles, ATP Finals victories, Olympic gold, and a French Open title in 2026.

Rankings and achievements

His highest singles ranking is world No. 2, achieved in June 2022. He has also won 25 ATP singles titles and 3 doubles titles.

Personal life

Public reporting has linked Zverev with German actress Sophia Thomalla, though relationship status can change over time.

Key facts

  • Professional German tennis player.
  • Reached a career-high ATP singles ranking of No. 2 in June 2022.
  • Won the 2026 French Open, his first Grand Slam singles title.
  • Won Olympic gold in men’s singles at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics.
  • Has won 25 ATP Tour singles titles and 3 doubles titles.
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Canadian context

Zverev has competed in major tennis events that include the Canadian Open, one of the key tournaments on the ATP calendar.

Frequently asked questions

How old is Alexander Zverev?
He was born on 20 April 1997, so he is 29 years old.
What is Alexander Zverev's ranking?
His career-high singles ranking is world No. 2, achieved in June 2022.
Who is Alexander Zverev's girlfriend?
Search results report that he has been linked with German actress Sophia Thomalla, but relationship status may change over time.
What is Alexander Zverev's net worth?
A verified net worth figure was not provided in the available sources.
How many titles has Alexander Zverev won?
He has won 25 ATP Tour singles titles and 3 doubles titles.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alexander_Zverev
    Supports: Birth date, nationality, career-high singles ranking, and 25 ATP singles titles.
  2. ESPN — https://www.espn.com/tennis/player/_/id/2375/alexander-zverev
    Supports: Age, birth date, and ATP rank.
  3. Roland-Garros — https://www.rolandgarros.com/en-us/players/30350-a.zverev
    Supports: Number of singles titles and doubles titles.
  4. Sportskeeda — https://www.sportskeeda.com/player/alexander-zverev
    Supports: Relationship with Sophia Thomalla and age as reported in source.
  5. Australian Open — https://www.ausopen.com/players/germany/alexander-zverev
    Supports: Number of singles and doubles titles.