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Zverev wins French Open for 1st Grand Slam title

ESPN · Jun 7, 2026, 6:59 PM · Also reported by 4 other sources

Key takeaways

  • PARIS -- Alexander Zverev is no longer one of the best players never to win a major title.
  • In his fourth major final, Zverev beat Flavio Cobolli, 6-1, 4-6, 6-4, 6-7 (5), 6-1, for the French Open title on Sunday.
  • It was a unique opportunity for Zverev without Jannik Sinner or Carlos Alcaraz across the net and the third-ranked German took full advantage on the red clay of Roland Garros.

Why this matters: a sports story that could shift standings, legacies, or fan conversations.

PARIS -- Alexander Zverev is no longer one of the best players never to win a major title.

In his fourth major final, Zverev beat Flavio Cobolli, 6-1, 4-6, 6-4, 6-7 (5), 6-1, for the French Open title on Sunday.

It was a unique opportunity for Zverev without Jannik Sinner or Carlos Alcaraz across the net and the third-ranked German took full advantage on the red clay of Roland Garros.

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