Alexander Zverev did not excel in the match against Felix Auger-Aliassime, and the reactions of important figures of the tennis scene reflect it best. The German tennis player tried to impose his rhythm and be the dominant figure, but the Canadian tennis player was simply better and it seems that Felix didn't even have to put in too much effort to win this match with a score of 6-4, 7-6.
Behind Alexander Zverev is a disappointing season filled with negative moments, and important figures in this sport and fans hope that the next year will be somewhat different for him.
Tim Henman is one of those who commented on Zverev's performances, saying that he feels sorry for the German tennis player considering that he had high expectations for him before the start of the season. Henman points out that Zverev has to change a lot of things in his game and that for now only his serve is keeping him alive.
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You feel for Zverev. I think hes had 11 break point chances in his last two matches and he hasnt broken serve, Henman said, as quote by Tennis 365.
He was creating some opportunities, but just couldnt find a way through and its amazing to think 12 months ago when we were watching Zverev and I was the one who said I thought he could win a Grand Slam.
Then he got to the final at the Australian Open and now I see a performance like that and he looks lost. I dont see a plan out there. His serving is phenomenal and it is keeping him in these matches, but from the back of the court, his forehand is looking vulnerable, hes very reactive, he retreats.
Zverev's future
In the continuation, Henman emphasized that Zverev has an interesting game, that is, he often waits for his opponent to make a mistake, saying that at this level it doesn't work.
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Henman is not optimistic about Zverev's future, but believes that if he were to make certain changes, he might be able to turn his situation around.
Whether the German tennis player will really think about concrete changes is difficult to predict, but certainly this form cannot be a guarantee that he will do positive things.
