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Six days after touching glory, Zverev continues to win

Fernando Murciego - 19 Sep 2026
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Alexander Zverev maintains his streak in the Davis Cup six days after winning the US Open. Source: Getty

With barely any time to process his historic triumph at the US Open, Alexander Zverev has returned to competition to defend his country at the Davis Cup with a notable victory over Matej Dodig (6-4, 7-6). The world number 2 overcame the 171st ranked player in a particularly comfortable match, where he didn't even show signs of fatigue.

He did have to rally through various moments of difficulty and required a tiebreak in the second set to close his first match after becoming the US Open champion. The scene also had a special component, as the German was playing once again in front of his home crowd in Halle, after a week in New York that concluded with his second Grand Slam title. And he was doing it with Germany vying for a spot in the finals of the Davis Cup.

Zverev shows his commitment to Germany

Zverev had already made it clear before the tie that the Davis Cup is part of his goals for this season. His presence this Friday is the best example, just a few days after lifting the trophy in Flushing Meadows, trading New York for Halle to once again serve his nation.

The victory puts the German team ahead in the tie, although there is still a way to go. Daniel Altmaier is now competing in the second singles match against Dino Prizmic, while the doubles and, if necessary, the last two singles matches are scheduled for Sunday. Germany needs three victories to advance in the tie.

Zverev, therefore, continues on his path without taking a break. There was no prolonged celebration or pause after winning his second Grand Slam. Six days after becoming the US Open champion, the Hamburg native returned to the court with a different shirt and another objective. This time he is not playing for himself; he is playing for Germany. I can't think of a more special circumstance.

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