Zverev triumphs in Shanghai: victory despite pneumonia!

Zverev triumphs in Shanghai: victory despite pneumonia!

tennis professional Alexander Zverev brought a convincing victory on his comeback on the ATP tour in Shanghai despite health problems. The 27-year-old clearly prevailed in his first match after the announcement of pneumonia 6: 4, 6: 2 against the Italian Mattia Bellucci. In a playing time of 96 minutes, Zverev successfully defended his position as number two in the seed list. Previously, after the Laver Cup in Berlin for health reasons, he had not participated in Beijing and had to say that his lung problems would probably last a few weeks. Despite the diagnosis, doctors insured him that playing would not worsen his condition.

Zverev started the match a bit hesitantly, but was able to rely on the break to 4: 3 in the first set and stabilized its game. The second sentence, on the other hand, was clearly in his favor, where he pulled up to 1: 0 and 4: 1 early with two breaks. Anyone who challenges Zverev in the round of 16 is not yet clear; The Australian Jordan Thompson or Tallon Griekspoor from the Netherlands would be possible. Further information on his state of health and the upcoming games can be found here