Alexander Zverev's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A closer look at the biggest achievements of Alexander Zverev. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

Alexander Zverev, a German professional tennis player, is currently ranked world No. 2. He boasts an impressive career with 23 ATP Tour singles titles and two doubles titles. Zverev's achievements include winning a gold medal at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics and securing titles at the 2018 and 2021 ATP Finals. Although he has reached three major finals, he has yet to win one.

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1986: Becker's Consecutive Wins Against Top Ten Opponents

In 2016, Zverev became the first teenager to record three consecutive victories against top ten opponents since Boris Becker in 1986.

1995: Boris Becker wins season-ending championships

In 1995, Boris Becker was the last German to win the season-ending championships.

2000: Tommy Haas Wins Silver Medal

Tommy Haas won a silver medal at the 2000 Sydney Olympics.

2004: First Win Against Top 20 Opponent Since Gasquet

In 2014, Alexander Zverev became the first 17-year-old to defeat a top 20 opponent since Richard Gasquet in 2004.

2005: Youngest Boys' Champion Since Donald Young

In 2013, Alexander Zverev became the youngest boys' champion since Donald Young in 2005, after being named the ITF Junior World Champion.

2006: First Semifinal Since Cilic

In 2014, Alexander Zverev became the first 17-year-old to make a semifinal since Marin Čilić in 2006.

2006: Youngest Player to Debut in Top 20 Since Djokovic

In 2016, Alexander Zverev rose to No. 20 in the ATP rankings, becoming the youngest player to debut in the top 20 since Novak Djokovic in 2006.

2007: David Nalbandian Wins Multiple Masters Titles

In 2007, David Nalbandian became the first player outside of the Big Four since to win multiple Masters titles in the same season.

2007: Youngest Masters Champion Since Djokovic

In May 2017, Alexander Zverev won the Rome Masters, defeating Novak Djokovic in the final, to become the youngest Masters champion since Djokovic in 2007.

2009: Youngest Challenger Title Winner Since Tomic

At 17 years and 2 months, Alexander Zverev became the youngest player to win a Challenger title since Bernard Tomic in 2009.

2012: First ITF Title

In early 2012, Alexander Zverev won his first ITF title at the Fujairah Junior Championships, a low-level Grade 4 tournament in the United Arab Emirates.

2013: Junior Success and No. 1 Ranking

In 2013, Alexander Zverev achieved significant success in junior tennis, including winning his first Grade 1 title and his first Grade A title, reaching the final of the French Open, and finishing as a semi finalist at the US Open, ultimately reaching the No. 1 ranking and being named ITF Junior World Champion.

2014: Australian Open Win

In 2014, Alexander Zverev secured a win at the Australian Open, contributing to his overall performance.

2016: First ATP Title and Top 20 Debut

In 2016, Alexander Zverev won his first career ATP title at the St. Petersburg Open, defeating Stan Wawrinka in the final. He also became the first teenager to record three consecutive victories against top ten opponents since Boris Becker in 1986, and debuted in the top 20, becoming the youngest player to do so since Novak Djokovic in 2006.

2017: Zverev wins both singles matches for Team Europe at Laver Cup

In 2017, Alexander Zverev participated in the inaugural Laver Cup in Prague, winning both of his singles matches for Team Europe, contributing four points to their 15-9 victory over Team World.

2017: Zverev won his first Masters 1000 title at the Italian Open

In 2017, Alexander Zverev won his first Masters 1000 title at the Italian Open

2018: Zverev wins the clinching matches for Team Europe at Laver Cup

In 2018, Alexander Zverev played a crucial role in the Laver Cup, winning the clinching matches for Team Europe.

2018: Laver Cup Clinching Match Win

In 2018, Alexander Zverev played an instrumental role in Team Europe's success at the Laver Cup, winning a crucial clinching match.

2018: ATP Finals Title

In 2018, Alexander Zverev secured a title at the ATP Finals, adding to his list of career accomplishments.

2018: Zverev leads Germany to Davis Cup victory over Australia

In 2018, Alexander Zverev won both of his singles matches against Alex de Minaur and Kyrgios, leading Germany to a 3–1 victory over Australia in the Davis Cup. However, Germany lost to Spain in the quarterfinals despite Zverev's win over David Ferrer.

2019: Second Laver Cup Clinching Match Win

In 2019, Alexander Zverev again played a key role at the Laver Cup, winning the clinching match for Team Europe.

2019: Zverev wins the clinching matches for Team Europe at Laver Cup

In 2019, Alexander Zverev played a crucial role in the Laver Cup, winning the clinching matches for Team Europe against Milos Raonic.

2020: Tokyo Olympics Gold Medal

In 2020, Alexander Zverev won a gold medal at the Tokyo Olympics, marking a significant achievement in his career.

2021: Career-Best Results

In 2021, Alexander Zverev achieved career-best results, highlighting his improved performance and success in professional tennis.

2021: Zverev defeats John Isner at Laver Cup

In 2021, Alexander Zverev defeated John Isner in three sets in his only match at the Laver Cup, contributing to Team Europe's 14-1 victory.

2021: Zverev's last Masters title before 2024 Italian Open

In 2021, Alexander Zverev last won a Masters title before winning the Italian Open in 2024.

2021: Second ATP Finals Title

In 2021, Alexander Zverev won another title at the ATP Finals, further solidifying his standing in professional tennis.

2021: 2021 Western & Southern Open

In 2021, Zverev reached his second Masters 1000 final of the year at the Western & Southern Open, defeating Andrey Rublev to win the title.

2024: Zverev defeats Francis Tiafoe at Laver Cup

At the 2024 Laver Cup in Berlin, Alexander Zverev defeated Francis Tiafoe in a comeback victory, helping Team Europe win the Laver Cup for the fifth time.

2024: Zverev records 450th win and qualifies for ATP Finals

At the 2024 US Open, Alexander Zverev recorded his 450th career win against Brandon Nakashima, joining Grigor Dimitrov as the second player born in the 1990s to achieve this. This win also secured his seventh qualification for the 2024 ATP Finals. He lost to Taylor Fritz in the quarterfinals.

2024: Zverev wins sixth Masters title at the Italian Open

In 2024, Alexander Zverev secured his sixth Masters title at the Italian Open, defeating Nicolás Jarry in the final. It was his first Masters title since 2021, marking his best result in Rome since his 2017 Italian Open win.

2024: Zverev wins Paris Masters and becomes World No. 2

In 2024, Alexander Zverev won the Rolex Paris Masters, defeating Ugo Humbert in the final. This victory marked his second Masters 1000 trophy of the season and elevated him to the World No. 2 ranking.