Paris, June 8:
Alexander Zverev secured his first-ever Grand Slam title by winning the 2026 French Open, defeating Italy’s Flavio Cobolli in a thrilling five-set final at Roland Garros.
The German star emerged victorious with a scoreline of 6-1, 4-6, 6-4, 6-7(5), 6-1, capping off a dramatic contest that tested both players’ endurance and resilience.
Zverev’s long-awaited breakthrough comes after multiple near-misses in Grand Slam finals, making the victory a defining moment in his career.
He had previously lost three major finals, including one at Roland Garros, before finally lifting the coveted title.