Alexander Zverev’s recent match at the Argentina Open ended in a surprising defeat to Francisco Cerundolo. Despite his initial praise for the passionate Argentine crowd, Zverev’s frustration grew as the match progressed.
He received a time violation warning and, during a crucial break point, he shouted at the crowd, urging them to “respect the players a little bit.”
In the post-match press conference, Zverev expressed his dissatisfaction with the tournament atmosphere. He stated, “If you are not an Argentine player, it is very difficult to play in this tournament. I feel very sorry for the organization.” His comments sparked a backlash from the local fans, who felt that Zverev’s complaints were unwarranted and disrespectful.
Zverev’s defeat to Cerundolo marked a significant milestone for the Argentine player, who became the first to defeat a top-2 ranked player on home soil since 2002. Cerundolo’s victory was celebrated by the crowd, who cheered loudly for their hometown hero.
As Zverev reflects on his performance, he will need to find a way to navigate the challenges of playing in such a passionate environment. His journey continues as he seeks to regain his form and secure future victories on the ATP tour.
Alexander Zverev in 2025
LWWWLWWWWW At the moment ranked no.2 (career-high), Zverev played his last match on the 14th of February when he was overcome by world no.28 Francisco Cerundolo 3-6 6-3 6-2 in the quarter in Buenos Aires (draw).
Until now, during this year Zverev owns a compiled 9-2 win-loss record. Alexander Zverev’s most significant result of the present season was reaching the final at the Australian Open.
Zverev will play next in Rio De Janeiro (Rio Open). He will begin to play the tournament from the main draw that will commence on the 17th of February.
