BREAKING NEWS: German Tennis Star Alexander Zverev Cited for Reckless Driving at 101 MPH in 60 MPH Zone
June 22, 2025 | North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany — German tennis sensation Alexander Zverev is making headlines off the court after being cited by police early Sunday morning for a serious traffic violation. According to official records from the North Rhine-Westphalia (NRW) State Police Force, Zverev was clocked driving 101 miles per hour (163 kilometers per hour) in a 60 mph (96 km/h) zone.
The incident reportedly took place just outside Düsseldorf around 3:45 a.m. local time, when Zverev was pulled over by traffic patrol officers monitoring speeding along the busy A52 autobahn. Authorities confirmed that the 27-year-old was cooperative during the stop, and no alcohol or drugs were involved.
Under German traffic law, exceeding the speed limit by over 40 km/h in urban areas or over 60 km/h in rural areas can result in hefty fines, points added to the offender’s driving record, and temporary license suspension. With Zverev’s violation far exceeding those thresholds, he now faces potential penalties including:
•A €1,200 – €2,000 fine, depending on judicial review
•2 points on his Flensburg driving record
•A likely 3-month suspension of his driving license
As of this report, Zverev’s representatives have not issued an official statement, though sources close to his camp suggest he deeply regrets the incident and is prepared to cooperate fully with authorities.
This news arrives just weeks after Zverev’s emotional performance at Roland Garros, where he advanced to the semifinals of the French Open before narrowly falling to Spain’s Carlos Alcaraz. Off the court, Zverev has been working hard to rebuild his public image following past controversies, including personal legal disputes.
With Germany set to host major tennis events later this summer, including the Hamburg European Open, this latest off-court incident threatens to cast a shadow over Zverev’s preparation and sponsorship engagements.
NRW State Police have confirmed that the case will proceed through standard legal channels, with further updates expected in the coming weeks.
More to follow.
