French Open 2026: Zverev starts with a commanding three-set win:
Alexander Zverev advanced to the second round of the French Open 2026 with an unchallenged 6:3 ...
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Zverev Dominates Opening Match at French OpenSeeded second, Zverev advanced in straight sets and will rest two days before his Wednesday match.
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- Alexander Zverev secured a 6-3, 6-4, 6-2 victory over Benjamin Bonzi in the tournament’s first round.
- The German player displayed near-flawless serving and conceded only a handful of games throughout the match.
- Zverev’s next opponent on Wednesday will be Tomas Machac, who also won his opening match in straight sets.
- Novak Djokovic, considered Zverev’s main rival for a spot in the final, begins his campaign later the same day.
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