Why Alexander Zverev told Wimbledon 2026 champion Jannik Sinner, ‘I don’t like you anymore’ – WATCH | Tennis News
Alexander Zverev may have finished runner-up at Wimbledon 2026, but he still managed to entertain the crowd on Center Court with a funny speech after the final.Moments after receiving the runners-up trophy, the German joked about his one-sided rivalry with Jannik Sinner, causing everyone in the audience to laugh.“First of all, Jannik, I don’t like you anymore,” said Zverev with a smile.He then explained the reason behind the joke.“I beat you nine in a row.”The light-hearted remark drew loud laughter from the crowd before Zverev praised the world No. 1 for another outstanding performance.“Congratulations to Jannik. He showed once again why he is the best player in the world,” he added.
The sinner won for the second time in a row Wimbledon title
The sinner defeated Zverev 6-7 (7), 7-6 (2), 6-3, 6-4 to win his second consecutive Wimbledon title at the All England Club.It was the Italian’s fifth Grand Slam title and his first tournament since his disappointing second-round exit at the French Open.After converting his first championship point with a brilliant forehand winner down the line, Sinner fell to the grass in celebration.A year later, he also recovered from the French Open disappointment by defeating Carlos Alcaraz in the Wimbledon final after losing three points in the championship against the Spaniard in Paris.
Ranking update
Despite the loss, Zverev will climb to world No. 2 when the new ATP rankings are released this Monday, overtaking Carlos Alcaraz.Alcaraz missed the French Open and Wimbledon this year due to a right wrist injury.
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