Zverev Seals Laver Cup Victory for Team Europe with Dominant 13-5 Win

Day 1: Europe 3, World 1
Day 2: Europe 7, World 5
Day 3: Europe 13, World 5 (Final Score)

Team Europe reclaimed the Laver Cup trophy, defeating Team World 13-5. Alexander Zverev clinched the win by beating Learner Tien 7-6 (3), 6-3 in the final singles match.

The European squad, which had led 7-5 heading into Sunday, needed two wins from the day's four scheduled matches. They secured the first when Flavio Cobolli and Jakub Mensik defeated Alex de Minaur and Taylor Fritz in the opening doubles, pushing the score to 10-5. Zverev's singles victory then sealed the overall win.

Zverev's win avenged his own loss to de Minaur on Saturday. Team Europe's lead entering the final day was built on Carlos Alcaraz saving two match points against Fritz (6-3, 4-6, 13-11) and Zverev's doubles win with Casper Ruud.

“This year I think we had a great team, great team chemistry, a great team effort,” Zverev commented on court. He acknowledged his own previous struggles at the event, stating, “I haven’t won a match in two years here, so I’m happy that I did it today.” He credited the team's strong bond and the earlier doubles victory for giving him confidence.

Reflecting on his seven appearances, more than any other player, Zverev highlighted the team aspect. “Winning as a team. There’s no better feeling in sports, and we don’t have enough of it in tennis,” he said. He expressed his enjoyment of playing alongside players he usually faces as opponents and praised captain Yannick Noah.

Cobolli, who secured his first Laver Cup win in his third appearance, shared his happiness. “I’m really happy it happens here in London, where I love to play, and especially with one of my best friends on tour.”

Mensik, though initially struggling with his serve, contributed significantly. He noted the importance of his doubles win with Alcaraz on Friday for his overall comfort on court.