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Zverev becomes deserved world number one but sense of discomfort remains

Zverev becomes deserved world number one but sense of discomfort remains
World Sports · 17:33:16 - Saturday, 7 November 2026

Alexander Zverev has become the ATP world number one after a remarkable run that saw him win two Grand Slam titles in three months, ending a 13-year wait for a major championship.

The German's ascent to the top ranking is described as deserved, though a sense of discomfort remains around his achievement.

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