Zverev lost to Fils and failed to defend his title at the ATP 500 tournament in Hamburg

World No. 4 Alexander Zverev of Germany was unable to defend his title at the ATP 500 tournament in Hamburg. In the final match, Zverev lost to France's Arthur Fils.

In the first set, Zverev struggled, failing to convert any of his nine break points and eventually losing the set 3-6. Although he took the second set with the same score, he was defeated in the tiebreak of the deciding set, relinquishing the title to his opponent.

It is worth noting that this victory marks only the second title in Fils' career, following his win in Lyon last year.

Hamburg ATP 500. Clay. Final
Alexander Zverev (Germany, 4) — Arthur Fils (France, 28) — 3-6, 6-3, 6-7 (1-7).

Following this tournament, Zverev will head to Paris to represent his country at the Olympic Games. It is important to mention that Zverev won the gold medal at the last Olympics in Tokyo.