Alexander Zverev’s best Grand Slam chance arrives after chaotic French Open
Alexander Zverev has reached his fourth Grand Slam final at the 2026 French Open, defeating Jakub Mensik in the semifinals. This marks Zverev's third consecutive year reaching a Grand Slam final, with a chance to win his first major title. He will face Flavio Cobolli, who advanced to the final after Matteo Arnaldi withdrew due to illness.
- ▪Zverev won the semifinal match against Mensik with a score of 7-5, 6-2, 3-6, 6-3.
- ▪He has dropped only two sets during the tournament and is considered a favorite to win.
- ▪Cobolli will be well-rested for the final after his opponent withdrew.
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Tennis Alexander Zverev’s best Grand Slam chance arrives after chaotic French Open By Grace McCarron Published June 5, 2026, 7:23 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google This year’s French Open has been highly unpredictable, but one finalist is not new to playing for the championship. Germany’s Alexander Zverev has found himself in his fourth career Grand Slamfinal, including his second in Paris, after defeating Czech youngster Jakub Mensik in the Friday semifinal 7-5, 6-2, 3-6, 6-3. Alexander Zverev of Germany shakes hands with Jakub Mensik of Czechia at the net following victory in the Men’s Singles semi-final match on Day Thirteen of the 2026 French Open at Roland Garros on June 05, 2026 in Paris, France.
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