At the 2026 US Open, German tennis star Alexander Zverev is receiving heartfelt support from his girlfriend, Sophia Thomalla. After recently securing his first Grand Slam title at the French Open, Zverev is eager to add another trophy to his collection at this prestigious tournament.
Following his victory at Roland Garros, Zverev expressed his desire for continued success on the court. "I was very happy to have finally lifted my first Grand Slam trophy, but now, once you do it, you want more. You want to keep going, you want to continue playing good tennis, and hopefully be a contender for the next one as well," he shared in an interview with JioHotStar.
As the No. 1 seed at Flushing Meadows, Zverev faced a challenging first-round match against Italian player Lorenzo Sonego. In a gripping encounter that extended into the early hours of Wednesday morning, Zverev managed to rally back and secure a hard-fought victory with a score of 6-4, 3-6, 6-7(7-9), 7-5, 6-4. The match lasted nearly five hours, showcasing Zverev's resilience and determination.
Thomalla, who has been by Zverev's side throughout his career, has kept a relatively low profile during the tournament but has shown her support in subtle ways. She has shared moments from their time together in New York City on her Instagram Stories, including snapshots from their exploration of Brooklyn. Additionally, she liked a post from the US Open that highlighted Zverev's perseverance during his intense five-set match.
The couple recently celebrated their fifth anniversary on Zverev's 29th birthday in April, and they share two dogs named Mischka and Buba. Zverev also has a daughter, Mayla, from a previous relationship, which adds another layer to his life off the court.
Looking ahead, Zverev is set to face Frenchman Quentin Halys in the second round of the 2026 US Open. Having previously defeated Halys twice earlier in the year, Zverev enters the match as the favorite. Despite the challenges he faced in the first round, Zverev remains optimistic about his performance, stating, "I think there’s definitely room for improvement," while acknowledging the tough battle he had against Sonego.
In his post-match comments, Zverev praised Sonego's skills, particularly his ability to attack Zverev's powerful second serve. "I would say I would have one of the fastest second serves on tour, and he was attacking it all the time. So he played amazing. I have to give credit to him, but yeah, I’m just happy that in the end I managed to win," Zverev reflected.
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