Alexander Zverev shares retirement plans after finally winning a Grand Slam

Alexander Zverev has realised a lifelong ambition by claiming his first Grand Slam title, a moment he’s spoken about since he was a teenager.

He could walk away from the sport now without complaint. His career has already hit the kind of high point that cements a player’s place among the game’s elite.

But one title likely won’t satisfy him. Given how competitive he is, it’s easy to see why he’ll want more.

If Zverev intends to stick around for as long as he says, there should be more than enough time to add another one or two majors to his record.

Alexander Zverev drops hint over retirement from tennis

In an interview with German outlet BILD, the 29-year-old touched again on his Roland Garros victory.

This time, though, he spoke more about his daily routine and explained why the title has actually increased his motivation rather than taken away from it.

“I enjoy working out. I like going to the gym. If I quit tennis today, I’d still train because I love it. Yes, winning this title was a huge motivation, but it wasn’t the reason I was working so hard,” he said.

“I enjoy doing it. If I don’t train, I don’t feel good. That doesn’t mean I’m going to win Wimbledon in a few weeks, but I certainly won’t stop working or losing my desire to train.”

Zverev was also asked about how much longer he wants to stay in the game: “I want to keep playing for another ten years. I’ve already achieved the Grand Slam goal, and the only thing I’m missing is being number one in the world. Even if it’s just for a week, that would be nice. Although with the competition there is, it will be very difficult.”

How realistic is Alexander Zverev’s Wimbledon title bid?

Zverev made two significant adjustments that were credited with helping him finally get over the line at Roland Garros, and those changes could play a key role in his preparation for Wimbledon.

With the men’s draw looking as open as ever, he has every reason to feel optimistic about carrying his form onto grass and making a real impact.

Carlos Alcaraz has already pulled out, while Arthur Fils, Lorenzo Musetti, and Taylor Fritz are all dealing with injury concerns. The only question mark hanging over Zverev is his record at the All England Club. He’s never gone beyond the fourth round there.

By winning the French Open, he’ll be chasing something only six men have achieved: pulling off the Channel Slam. But with his powerful serve and more aggressive style of play, this year could see him make a deeper run than ever before.

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