In a shocking turn of events, Alexander Zverev fell to Lorenzo Musetti in two sets during the Paris Olympics quarterfinal, leaving fans speechless and pundits scratching their heads.
Zverev, who had been riding high after securing a gold medal at the Tokyo Olympics, seemed to have hit a roadblock in his quest for back-to-back glory as he succumbed to a defeat at the hands of the 16th-ranked Musetti. The 22-year-old Italian managed to outshine the German star with a 7-5, 7-5 victory, showcasing his talent and skill on the court.
After the match, Zverev opened up about his struggles, admitting that he had been feeling “horrible” both before and during the quarterfinal clash. The world No. 4 revealed his plans to undergo tests to determine the cause of his physical ailments, stating, “I didn’t feel good the whole week and the second round I felt horrible on the court after a set. Today I felt horrible by the end of the first set. It’s upsetting. It’s not how I physically want to be.”
Despite his disappointment, Zverev remained determined to bounce back, expressing his intention to investigate his condition further. “I’m gonna go back home and do some blood tests and see if everything is OK. And if everything is OK, then take some rest and hopefully get back in good shape,” he said.
The ordeal was exacerbated by the tight scheduling of matches, with Zverev having to take the court less than 18 hours after his previous victory over Alexei Popyrin. The quick turnaround undoubtedly took a toll on the German star, raising questions about the physical demands of elite-level tennis.
As the tennis world grapples with Zverev’s unexpected loss, fans are left wondering what the future holds for the talented player. Will he be able to recover from this setback and reclaim his winning ways, or is this the beginning of a new chapter in his career? Only time will tell.