Alexander Zverev wins five-set French Open thriller for first grand slam title

Alexander Zverev has secured his maiden Grand Slam title, triumphing over Flavio Cobolli in a captivating five-set final at the 2026 French Open. The German, a long-time contender on the ATP Tour, clinched the victory with a score of 6-1, 4-6, 6-4, 6-7 (5-7), 6-1 on Sunday, June 7, 2026. This monumental win marks Zverev's first major championship in his career, following several previous runner-up finishes at Grand Slams.

The final was a dramatic affair, lasting over four hours, with both players battling intensely on Court Philippe-Chatrier. Cobolli, the Italian tenth seed, pushed Zverev to the limit, notably winning a tense fourth-set tie-break to force a decisive fifth set. However, Zverev ultimately demonstrated his resilience, dominating the final set to claim his long-awaited Grand Slam trophy.

This victory not only signifies a personal milestone for Zverev but also makes him the first German man to win a major singles title since Boris Becker in 1996 and the first to win the French Open in the Open Era.