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Alexander Zverev, the German tennis sensation, has been candid about his mental health struggles throughout 2025, following a challenging run that included a loss in the Australian Open final and a first-round defeat at Wimbledon.
In an interview, Zverev revealed feelings of loneliness and mental challenges that extended beyond tennis and into his personal life, a sensation he had never experienced before[1][3]. He characterized his mental state earlier this year as experiencing a "bit of a burnout for months," leading to low motivation, lack of desire to train, and a diminished enjoyment of being on court[2].
After his Australian Open final loss, Zverev felt he made a wrong decision returning quickly to competition in South America instead of resting and processing, which negatively affected his performance in several tournaments[2]. In response to his mental struggles, he sought professional help and took a short break from tennis after Wimbledon, which he said helped improve his mental health[1][3].
Despite these difficulties, Zverev expressed optimism about his form, stating he felt fresher mentally and predicted being a "title contender" at the US Open, scheduled for August 24, 2025[2]. His recent performances have shown signs of recovery, reaching the semifinals of the Cincinnati Open and consecutive ATP Masters 1000 events for the first time since a 2022 ankle injury[5].
Zverev's openness about mental health marks a notable moment in tennis for addressing such issues candidly[1][2][3][4][5]. A respected German mental coach commented on Zverev’s situation following his Wimbledon interview, suggesting that therapy might not be necessary and that Zverev may not be at risk of depression. Nonetheless, Zverev himself has acknowledged the possibility that he might need therapy for the first time in his life[4].
As the US Open approaches, Zverev's journey serves as a reminder of the importance of mental health in sports and the courage it takes to discuss and seek help for such issues.
References:
- Zverev Opens Up About Mental Health Struggles After Wimbledon
- Zverev Targets US Open Title After Mental Health Struggles
- Zverev: I Felt Very Alone and Mentally Challenged
- Zverev's Mental Health Struggles: Is Therapy Needed?
- Zverev's Road to Recovery: Semifinals and Title Contender Status
Alexander Zverev, a tennis player known for his outstanding skills, has been open about his struggles with mental health during 2025, citing feelings of loneliness that affected not only his tennis game but also his personal life. Despite these challenges, which he described as a "bit of a burnout," Zverev has expressed optimism about his form and aims to be a "title contender" at the upcoming US Open in August.
