June 22, 2025
World No. 1 Jannik Sinner has delivered a glowing and powerful assessment of Germany’s top tennis star Alexander Zverev, predicting that the 27-year-old has the potential to become one of the most prestigious and dominant players in the history of tennis.
Speaking to international media ahead of his next match at the Halle Open, Sinner offered rare, in-depth praise for his fellow competitor, highlighting three key reasons why he believes Zverev is on the verge of achieving historic greatness.
1. Mental Toughness Under Pressure
Sinner pointed to Zverev’s extraordinary resilience during the recent Halle Open quarterfinals, where Zverev battled through severe illness—including vomiting mid-match and suffering a nosebleed—before defeating Italy’s Flavio Cobolli in straight sets.
“Not many players would have continued that match,” Sinner said. “For Sascha to come back on court, win the tiebreak, and keep fighting, that’s not normal. That shows a mental strength that separates legends from the rest.”
2. Complete Game on All Surfaces
According to Sinner, Zverev has now developed a complete skill set adaptable to clay, hard courts, and now increasingly on grass. Sinner believes that once Zverev claims his first grass-court title—a milestone he’s still chasing—he will officially unlock his full potential.
“His serve is one of the best ever. His baseline game has always been world-class, and his movement, especially for his height, is underrated,” Sinner explained. “When he adds a grass title to his record, it’s over. He’ll be winning everywhere.”
3. The Drive to Prove Critics Wrong
Perhaps most significantly, Sinner highlighted Zverev’s hunger to silence doubters after years of near-misses at Grand Slams, injury setbacks, and personal challenges. “You can tell Sascha has that fire inside,” Sinner added. “That’s what creates champions—not just talent, but the hunger to prove people wrong.”
Sinner even went as far as to predict that Zverev could become one of the most prestigious tennis players in history if he continues on his current path.
“People talk about Federer, Nadal, Djokovic…but Zverev, with his fighting spirit, could build a legacy that’s just as big—maybe bigger if he keeps pushing like this,” Sinner said confidently.
The Italian’s comments have fueled excitement about a possible future doubles partnership between the two stars or a major Grand Slam final clash in the near future. With Wimbledon 2025 just around the corner, both players will be watched closely as they aim to etch their names deeper into tennis history.
For now, tennis fans are left with a thrilling thought: if Jannik Sinner, currently the most dominant player on the planet, believes Alexander Zverev is only just getting started—what heights might Zverev reach next?
