French Open: Alexander Zverev’s Lawyer Dismisses Strong Allegations Against Him in a Short Opening Day of Trial

Alexander Zverev is caught between a rock and a hard place. While on-court, he is competing at Roland Garros. Off the court, he is also handling a trial in Germany. And for weeks, the tennis world has been abuzz with Zverev’s ongoing trial clash with his French Open tournament. However, the German tennis pro went on to perform at his best and has already qualified for the third round in Paris. However, currently, all eyes in the tennis world are on his domestic abuse trial.

Alexander Zverev’s trial in Berlin (Tiergarten District) started today in his absence after the German tennis pro finished his last match against David Goffin yesterday. The world No. 4, Zverev, who was accused of domestic abuse by his ex-girlfriend, is represented by his legal team in court today. According to sources, his lawyers have already rejected the accusations made against Zverev and have called them “unfounded.”

the legal team is led by Alfred Dierlamm, who also said that the claims are “contradictory in relation to other evidence” that hasn’t yet been heard.

However, the scenario in Paris is a bit different. While Alexander Zverev embarked on his Roland Garros schedule, fans were worried about how his focus might be on Germany, where his trial is due to start (on May 31). But according to the 27-year-old player, he has nothing to worry about. 

And he explained why, “Because, at the end of the day, I do believe in the German system. I do believe in knowing the truth as well. And I have to be certain that you know I do know what I did, I do know what I didn’t do. And that’s at the end of the day what’s going to come out, and, um, I have to trust in that.” 

Zverev, who is due to play Tallon Griekspoor in the third round of the French Open, believes that there is no chance he is going to lose the trial. And this is the reason why he can play so calmly on-court. And the tennis world saw a glimpse of that in his latest match in Paris as well.

Alexander Zverev is “happy” after his second-round match against David Goffin

After avenging himself against Rafael Nadal in his first round at Roland Garros, Alexander Zverev’s determination to excel further showed in his battle against David Goffin as well. The Italian Open champion took full dominance over the former world No. 7, finishing with a score of 7-6, 6-2, 6-2. But like a humble winner, he looked back at his performance and gave an analysis and criticism of his form in the match.

“When it is heavy, when it is slow, it is not ideal for me. I am someone who likes to be extremely aggressive, so when it is like that, it is not ideal. I felt the ball well today.”

Further addressing his opponent, he added, “Maybe a few mistakes but I knew David is an incredible player and someone who was difficult for me in the past. It showed in the first set, but I am happy I ran away with it.” As Alexander Zverev continues to shine on-court in Paris, his trial in Germany might or might not give him the truth that he is waiting to hear.