Zverev Overcomes Grass Allergy, Cold to Win Wimbledon First Round
Alexander Zverev, world No. 3 and reigning French Open champion, defeated Belgian Alexander Blockx in a four-set thriller (6-4, 6-7, 7-6, 7-6) at Wimbledon 2026. Despite battling a grass allergy and a cold, Zverev saved set points and won two tiebreaks to advance. He will next face France's Valentin Royer. This marks Zverev's first Wimbledon appearance as a Grand Slam winner, following his historic Roland Garros victory earlier this month.
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Zverev Secures Second Set in Tiebreak at Wimbledon
Alexander Zverev, the French Open champion, continued his third-round match at Wimbledon on Saturday against American Marcos Giron. The German secured the second set in a tiebreak, putting him in a strong position to reach the round of 16. A victory would match Zverev's best result at the London grass-court Grand Slam, as he has never advanced beyond the last 16 at Wimbledon. Zverev is the clear favorite against world number 92 Giron, having won all four of their previous encounters. The match is being covered in a live ticker by WELT.
Nachrichten - WELTZverev on his way to a clear victory at Wimbledon
Alexander Zverev, the French Open champion, is competing in the third round of Wimbledon on Saturday against American Marcos Giron. Zverev is the clear favorite to win and advance to the round of 16, which would match his best-ever result at the London grass-court Grand Slam. He has never progressed beyond the round of 16 at Wimbledon. Zverev has a perfect record against Giron, having won all four of their previous encounters. The match is being covered in a live ticker by Die Welt.
Nachrichten - WELTZverev Wins First Set Without Problems at Wimbledon Third Round
Alexander Zverev, the French Open winner, began his third-round match at Wimbledon against American Marcos Giron on July 4, 2026. The German player won the first set comfortably, positioning himself as the clear favorite to advance to the round of 16. Zverev has never progressed beyond this stage at Wimbledon, and a victory would match his best result at the London grass-court Grand Slam. He has won all four previous encounters with world number 92 Giron. The match is being covered in a live ticker by Die Welt.
Nachrichten - WELTZverev manages the second break against Giron at Wimbledon
Alexander Zverev continues his Wimbledon campaign in the third round against American Marcos Giron. The German is the clear favorite, having won all four previous matches against world number 92 Giron. Zverev aims to advance to the round of 16, which would equal his best result at the London grass-court Grand Slam tournament, as he has never progressed further. The article reports on the match from a live ticker perspective, noting Zverev's success at the French Open earlier in the season.
Nachrichten - WELTZverev Secures Early Break Against Giron in Wimbledon Third Round
Alexander Zverev, the French Open winner, continued his Wimbledon campaign on July 4, 2026, by securing an early break against American Marcos Giron in the third round. The German is the clear favorite against world number 92 Giron, having won all four previous encounters. A victory would advance Zverev to the round of 16, matching his best-ever result at the London grass-court Grand Slam, as he has never progressed beyond that stage at Wimbledon. The match is being covered live by German news outlet WELT.
Nachrichten - WELTZverev Reaches Wimbledon Third Round, Aims to Regain World Number 2 Ranking
Alexander Zverev defeated Frenchman Valentin Royer 6:1, 6:3, 7:6 in the second round of Wimbledon, advancing to the third round. The 29-year-old German, currently ranked world number 3, dominated the match on Court 1. If he reaches the Wimbledon final, he would overtake Carlos Alcaraz to reclaim the number 2 spot behind Jannik Sinner. Zverev's next opponent is American Marcos Giron, ranked 92nd. The article notes Zverev has never advanced past the round of 16 at Wimbledon. Despite a recent cold and grass allergy, Zverev appeared comfortable in the sunny conditions. He lost concentration in the third set but won the tiebreak decisively after 2 hours and 4 minutes.
BILD - SportZverev Strolls into Wimbledon Third Round Without Losing a Set
Alexander Zverev, the French Open winner and Germany's top tennis player, cruised into the third round of Wimbledon with a dominant straight-sets victory over Frenchman Valentin Royer. The 29-year-old won 6:1, 6:3, 7:6 (7:3) in 2 hours and 2 minutes on Court 1 at the All England Club. Zverev started strong, winning nine consecutive games after dropping the first game, and displayed the confidence of a Grand Slam champion. He admitted to a brief concentration lapse in the third set but was pleased to avoid a fourth set, conserving energy for the tournament. Zverev, seeded second, will next face American Marcos Giron on Saturday for a place in the round of 16. Royer, ranked 75th, had previously taken a set off Novak Djokovic at the French Open but could not trouble Zverev beyond the third set. Zverev expressed optimism about his chances at Wimbledon this year if he maintains his current form.
Nachrichten - WELTZverev Aims for Third Round at Wimbledon
Tennis pro Alexander Zverev is set to play his second-round match at Wimbledon on Thursday, aiming to secure a spot in the third round. The French Open champion and Hamburg native is the clear favorite against Frenchman Valentin Royer, ranked 75th in the world. After winning his first Grand Slam title in Paris, Zverev is targeting his best result at the London grass-court classic, which requires at least reaching the quarterfinals. So far, his best performance at Wimbledon has been the fourth round.
Nachrichten - WELTZverev beats Blockx in four sets to reach Wimbledon second round
French Open champion Alexander Zverev defeated Belgian debutant Alexander Blockx 6-4, 6-7 (8/10), 7-6 (7/5), 7-6 (7/0) on Centre Court to reach the Wimbledon second round on June 30, 2026. The German, who lost in the first round last year, overcame a testing four-set battle, saving a set point in the second-set tie-break before winning the next two tie-breaks. Zverev, 29, clinched his maiden Grand Slam title at the French Open earlier this month but has never advanced past the last 16 at Wimbledon in nine previous appearances. He will next face France's Valentin Royer. The match was notable as Zverev avoided becoming the first reigning men's Roland Garros champion to lose in the Wimbledon first round since Rafael Nadal in 2013.
The Hindu: Latest News today from India and the World, Breaking news, Top Headlines and Trending News Videos.Zverev Wins Wimbledon Opener in Four Sets After Fright
Alexander Zverev, the newly crowned French Open champion, survived a tough first-round match at Wimbledon 2026, defeating Belgian world number 36 Alexander Blockx 6:4, 6:7 (8:10), 7:6 (7:5), 7:6 (7:0). The match lasted nearly three hours. Zverev, who had a first-round exit at Wimbledon in 2025 and acknowledged mental struggles, showed resilience despite not being at top form. He slipped on the grass during the third set but was unharmed. Zverev, ranked world number three, said having his Roland Garros victory in mind helped him. He will face Frenchman Valentin Royer in the second round. Zverev also addressed a cold he has been experiencing, calling it a grass allergy and saying he is taking medication. This victory marks his first Wimbledon appearance as a Grand Slam winner.
Nachrichten - WELTZverev Battles Through Cold and Tiebreaks to Reach Wimbledon Second Round
Alexander Zverev (29) overcame a cold and grass allergy to defeat Belgian Alexander Blockx (21) 6:4, 6:7, 7:6, 7:6 in a 2-hour-55-minute first-round thriller at Wimbledon. The French Open winner struggled with sniffles and double faults, losing the second set on a double fault and committing multiple double faults in the third set. He recovered to win two tiebreaks and advance. Zverev's brother Mischa confirmed the player had 'caught a little something' and that the team's physio was also ill. Zverev will face French underdog Valentin Royer (ranked 75th) on Thursday. Also advancing was Yannick Hanfmann, while Laura Siegemund lost to Elise Mertens.
BILD - SportZverev Begins Wimbledon Campaign Against Belgian Alexander Blockx
Alexander Zverev, the newly crowned French Open champion, starts his Wimbledon campaign on Tuesday against Belgian Alexander Blockx. The match takes place on Centre Court at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club in southwest London, as the second match after 2:30 PM, broadcast on Prime Video. Blockx, ranked 36th in the world, is a strong opponent at only 21 years old. Zverev has won both previous encounters between the two players. The article provides live ticker coverage of the first-round Grand Slam match.
Nachrichten - WELTAlexander Zverev Reveals Grass Allergy Ahead of Wimbledon
Alexander Zverev, the world No. 3 and recent French Open champion, has publicly admitted for the first time that he suffers from a grass allergy, ahead of his first-round match at Wimbledon against Alexander Blockx. The German tennis star, who has never won a grass-court tournament, says he deals with the allergy annually. Despite the allergy, he feels 'great' and is benefiting from the pressure lift after winning his first Grand Slam in Paris. He is missing the support of his grandmother Natalia Fateeva, whose visa expired, and girlfriend Sophia Thomalla, who is working. Zverev has been training in hot London conditions and is optimistic about playing freely. The article highlights his relaxed demeanor and readiness for Wimbledon.
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