Rafael Nadal could soon work with Alexander Zverev as mentor

Zverev underwent some rigorous training sessions under Nadal and his uncle Toni

Last updated: July 23, 2025 | 23:53

Jai Rai, Assistant Editor

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Alexander Zverev Zverev looked to be struggling with his form having suffered a shocking first-round exit at Wimbledon last month.

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Dubai: Recently Alexander Zverev was spotted training at Rafael Nadal's Academy in Mallorca triggering speculations that the 22-time Grand Slam champion could soon be working with the World No 3.

Zverev underwent some rigorous training sessions under the watchful eyes of Nadal and his uncle Toni ahead of the US Open.

"It very beautiful, very good week. Obviously with a lot of help from Toni and from Rafa as well" Zverev said in a video posted on Tuesday on X by the Rafael Nadal Academy, where he has been training.

"It was fantastic seeing the two of them again. I enjoyed my time, I'm ready to go to the United States now," he said.

Zverev looked to be struggling with his form having suffered a shocking first-round exit at Wimbledon last month.

He looks to be the top favourite at the Canadian Open that begins on Sunday, after Jannik Sinner, Carlos Alcaraz and Novak Djokovic all pulled out of the tournament.

The US Open, which is the final Grand Slam of the year, starts on August 24.

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Jai RaiAssistant Editor

Jai is a seasoned journalist with more than two decades of experience across India and the UAE, specialising in sports reporting. Throughout his distinguished career, he has had the privilege of covering some of the biggest names and events in sports, including cricket, tennis, Formula 1 and golf. A former first-division cricket league captain himself, he brings not only a deep understanding of the game but also a cricketer's discipline to his work. His unique blend of athletic insight and journalistic expertise gives him a wide-ranging perspective that enriches his storytelling, making his coverage both detailed and engaging. Driven by an unrelenting passion for sports, he continues to craft compelling narratives that resonate with readers. As the day winds down for most, he begins his work, ensuring that the most captivating stories make it to the print edition in time for readers to receive them bright and early the next morning.

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