Zverev Hits Back at Becker: "Clever as Hell" Criticism Unfounded!
Tennis Player Zverev Engages in Battle with "Extremely Astute" Boris Becker
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Alexander Zverev has lashed out at Boris Becker following the French Open, accusing the legendary tennis player of being overly clever when critiquing Zverev's game. In an interview, Zverev stated, "It seems like when things are going well, everyone thinks I'm doing everything right. But when things aren't so great, suddenly everyone is 'very, very clever.' Unfortunately, Boris is one of those people."
Zverev's response came after Becker criticized his performance at the French Open, particularly during his quarterfinal loss to Novak Djokovic. Becker accused Zverev of being passive and suggested a change in environment and coaching staff.
However, Zverev defended himself, stating, "I still see myself as a contender to compete against those top guys. I lost to Djokovic, not some rank 250 player."
Not only did Zverev call out Becker, but he also showed dismissive tendencies toward analyst Barbara Rittner, commenting on her "wrong opinion."
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Zverev's impressive career has been marred by moments of frustration and irrational responses following disappointing results. This remains the case after his French Open exit, as he attempts to justify his performance by citing the cold weather conditions and other factors.
Becker's criticism appeared to strike a nerve with Zverev, who has been cordial with Becker before this incident. "'I've had a great relationship with Boris so far,' Zverev said, adding, 'I still have massive respect for him; I will always listen to what he has to say, but I don't have to agree with him all the time.'"
After his time in Paris, Zverev journeyed to Mallorca for a few days of golf. Now, he's set to compete in the Stuttgart Open, where temperatures are forecasted to be up to 28 degrees Celsius.
Source: ntv.de, tsi/dpa
Behind the Scenes:
Alexander Zverev has found himself in the limelight following Boris Becker's criticisms after the French Open. Zverev accused Becker of being excessively critical, often being particularly shrewd in his assessments. Despite this heated exchange, the door is not closed between them, as Zverev respects Becker's tennis knowledge and experience.
Following the French Open, Zverev cited the cold weather as the primary reason for his underperformance against Novak Djokovic. This defensive position may have added fuel to Becker's criticism, with experts labeling Zverev as the "king of excuses."
With the Stuttgart Open on the horizon, Zverev is preparing to compete once more, hopefully shaking off any lingering frustration from his French Open exit.
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- Alexander Zverev, despite Becker's criticisms at the French Open, remains open to his advice, acknowledging Becker as someone whose tennis knowledge and experience he respects.
- In the realm of tennis, Zverev is gearing up for the Stuttgart Open, hoping to deliver a stellar performance and put any lingering effects of his French Open exit behind him.
