Zverev responds to Becker's criticism: He is just seeking attention, I am confident in returning to the top

Facing the public criticism from tennis icon Boris Becker, German tennis star Alexander Zverev recently gave a firm response. The highly ranked player openly said that Becker’s remarks are "merely an attempt to gain attention," and affirmed his confidence in returning to peak performance and reclaiming his glory.

Addressing Becker’s previous doubts about his attitude on court and career prospects, Zverev responded straightforwardly: “Honestly, I don’t think he cares about me at all. He’s just trying to get some attention, and unfortunately, I gave him that chance.” This sharp rebuttal demonstrated Zverev’s calmness amid off-court distractions.“But now I don’t care anymore,” he added, his words revealing a determination to focus entirely on the matches ahead.

Although Zverev’s form has fluctuated this season, especially after an unexpected first-round exit at Wimbledon that sparked much debate, he remains optimistic about the future. “Things will get better,” he asserted confidently, “I believe I can regain my form and play excellent tennis once again.”

Zverev specifically mentioned the upcoming indoor hard-court tournaments: “I’m really looking forward to the indoor tour coming up, like Vienna and the Paris Masters — I won the title in Paris last year. I’m confident I can perform well again.”

This statement not only reflected his confidence but also hinted that he is well-prepared for the crucial end-of-season battles. His victory at the Paris Masters last year indeed proved his strength on indoor courts.

Becker, a six-time Grand Slam champion and German tennis legend, has frequently commented on younger players in recent years. However, Zverev’s response reflects a new attitude among the current generation of players — they prefer to trust their own teams and judgments rather than pay too much attention to external criticism.

For Zverev, the best way to respond is always through his performance on the court. With the Vienna and Paris Masters approaching, he has the opportunity to prove his strength in action and silence all doubters.

“I believe I can achieve great results again,” Zverev’s words serve both as a promise to his fans and a motivation for himself. In tennis, a sport highly dependent on confidence, such firm belief is often the key to returning to the top.

The tennis world’s attention is now focused on this German star, anticipating that he will fulfill his promise during the upcoming indoor season and use his racket to counter the doubts cast upon him..(Source: Tennis Home Author: Mei )