In a recent post-match press conference at the ATP Finals in Turin, Alexander Zverev found himself in an amusingly awkward situation with Sky Sports Tennis presenter Laura Robson. Known for his composed demeanor on the court, Zverev’s nerves were clearly on display during this interview, making it one of the most entertaining moments of the tournament.
The interview began with Robson teasing Zverev about his performance, suggesting that he didn’t even sweat during his match. Zverev, never one to back down from a bit of banter, responded with a playful jab: “Let’s be clear… I gave you a handshake and complained about that as it was too formal. Then I try and give you two kisses and you say get away from me, you are too sweaty!”
Robson’s reaction to Zverev’s attempt at a friendly kiss was priceless, and it set the tone for an interview filled with laughter and lighthearted moments. Zverev, looking slightly embarrassed, admitted, “You make me nervous doing these interviews. I start mumbling and don’t know what to say anymore. This is the most awkward interview I’ve had this year, for sure.”
Despite the awkwardness, Zverev managed to share some insights into his match against Andrey Rublev, where he secured a straight sets victory. He acknowledged that there was still room for improvement, saying, “I missed a few balls from the baseline and I feel I wasn’t as sharp movement-wise as I would like to. Andrey is one of the most aggressive players on tour, so when you are not quite there and not quite sharp, the match can go the opposite way very quickly.”
The interview concluded with both Zverev and Robson sharing a laugh, leaving the audience thoroughly entertained. It was a reminder that even top athletes can have their awkward moments, and it’s these candid, unscripted interactions that make sports so relatable and enjoyable.
Alexander Zverev in 2024
Currently the world no.2 (career-high), Zverev played his last match on the 11th of November when he defeated world no.8 Andrey Rublev 6-4 6-4 in the round robin in the Nitto ATP Finals (draw).
At present, during this year Alexander has a composed 67-20 win-loss record. Zverev conquered 3 titles in 2024 in Australia, Rome and Paris. The German was the runner-up at the French Open and Hamburg.