Unexpectedly upset and gloomy defeat, in 2025, it has stopped early for the sixth time

This week's wildcard top seed Zverev of Germany Jr. lost in three sets to France's Miller in the second round of the ATP 500 Hamburg Open. It was also his first loss to an opponent. Frankly, it's not surprising in itself to be upset, after all, even as a big-seeded player, being beaten by an unknown junior is something that happens. However, it is incredible that this is the sixth time since the 2025 season that Zverev Jr. has stopped early. In these six times, his best record is only to reach the quarterfinals. So, which event did each of these six take place? Who are Zverev's opponents? Today, let this article take you to take a look.

At the beginning of February, Zverev Jr. entered the ATP 250 Buenos Aires Open as the tournament's top seed, with a first-round bye. In the second round, he swept Serbian player Lajovic, who had reached the final of the Masters, and successfully advanced. However, in the quarter-finals, Zverev Jr. could not maintain his advantage in the face of the challenge of Argentine No. 1 Serundolo, and he was reversed by his opponent in two sets in a row. However, at the time, no one could have imagined that this was only the beginning of Zverev Jr.'s early exit.

In mid-February, Zverev continued to play as the tournament's top seed at the ATP 500 Rio de Janeiro Open. In the first round, Zverev Jr. defeated China's Buyun Chaokert in straight sets. In the second round, he defeated Kazakhstan's Shevchenko through two tie-breaks and reached the quarterfinals. In the quarterfinals, Zverev Jr. took the lead again. However, in the ensuing match, Argentina's Komesana fought back, and he won two sets in a row to win the victory, while Zverev Jr. had to accept the defeat and go home.

At the end of February, Zverev appeared at the ATP 500 Acapulco Open. This time, he is still the top seed in the tournament. In the first round, after dropping one set first, Zverev Jr. won two sets in a row and defeated Italy's Arnaldi. However, he was swept out of the tournament in the second round by American Lerner Money. In this way, Zverev Jr. is getting farther and farther away from being number one in the world.

At the Indian Wells Masters in early March, Zverev Jr. was once again given a first-round bye as the tournament's top seed. In the second round, he took the lead 6:4 in the duel with Dutchman Gricosp. However, then the unthinkable happened, as Grikosp came back from two tie-breaks to win over Zverev Jr. This is the third time since the 2025 season that Zverev has been reversed by his opponent after taking the lead.

At the Monte Carlo Masters in early April, Zverev had a first-round bye and faced Italy's Berrettini in the second round. In this matchup, Zverev Jr. was defeated by his opponent with a counterattack after taking the first game, and this is also the fifth time since the 2025 season that he has lost early.

Next, Zverev will play at the French Open, how will he perform after reaching the French Open final? This time, at Roland Garros, will he still be reversed? Let's wait and see. That's it for today, and it will continue tomorrow.(Source: Tennis Home Author: Yixin Jushi)