Zverev Withdraws from Stuttgart Open After French Open Final

Alexander Zverev Withdraws from Stuttgart Open, Citing Physical Fatigue

World No. 4 Alexander Zverev has withdrawn from this week's BOSS Open in Stuttgart, Germany, due to physical fatigue following his grueling run to the French Open final.

Zverev, the top seed and lone Top 10 player in the field, announced his withdrawal on Tuesday. "I've played a lot of tennis in the last few weeks and reached the final in Paris, where I played five tough sets," he said in a statement. "I feel that my body is not ready to go from clay to grass now."

During his runner-up finish at Roland Garros, Zverev spent an astonishing 23 hours and 46 minutes on the court. His five-set loss to eventual champion Carlos Alcaraz lasted four hours and 19 minutes, marking his second Grand Slam final defeat in a deciding set.

Zverev's withdrawal from Stuttgart is a significant blow to the tournament, which is part of the ATP 250 series. Lucky loser Richard Gasquet has replaced him in the draw and will face American Brandon Nakashima in the second round.

Zverev is now set to compete at the Terra Wortmann Open in Halle, Germany, next week. The ATP 500 event is expected to feature a star-studded field, including world No. 1 Jannik Sinner, Daniil Medvedev, Andrey Rublev, and defending champion Alexander Bublik.

Zverev's decision to prioritize his physical recovery over immediate competition highlights the demanding nature of the tennis calendar. With the Wimbledon Championships just around the corner, players must carefully manage their schedules to avoid burnout and injury.

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