Alexander Zverev reportedly set to turn the page with assistance from former Rafael Nadal coach

Alexander Zverev‘s 2025 Wimbledon campaign was far from the fairytale he hoped for, as he exited the tournament earlier than anticipated. Zverev made a candid statement about his struggles with mental health, sparking a wave of support and commentary from fellow players on the ATP Tour. In a surprising turn of events, reports from Germany have surfaced regarding a significant development in his coaching team, involving a former coach of Rafael Nadal.

Zverev‘s recent drop in performance is a contrast to his impressive form earlier in the year. While he has maintained a position in the top 3 of the ATP rankings, his results have been a mixed bag. So far this year, he reached the finals of the 2025 Australian Open and advanced to the quarterfinals of Roland Garros. His overall record stands at a commendable 33 wins to 14 losses across 47 matches.

Despite his solid statistical performance, Zverev’s mental health remains a pivotal concern. During a press conference at Wimbledon, he openly admitted feeling dissatisfied with his game and the trajectory of his career in the last couple of months.

In every challenge lies an opportunity, and for Zverev, that opportunity might come in the form of a collaboration with Toni Nadal. According to a report from Sky Sports Deutschland’s Paul Hauser, Zverev has been training at the Rafa Nadal Academy in Mallorca under the guidance of Toni Nadal.“Sky Exclusive: Alexander Zverev trains in Mallorca at the Rafa Nadal Academy with Toni Nadal. Uncle Toni is set to become the new coach,” Hauser announced via his social media account.

Rafael Nadal reported to mentor Zverev

According to the report by Hauser, renowned tennis coach is poised to take on the role of Zverev’s new coach. Additionally, Rafael Nadal is expected to become a mentor to Zverev, aiming to aid the German player’s resurgence in the ATP circuit.

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Despite Zverev’s statistics not being the lowest of his career, his mental fortitude remains a crucial area of focus. Here, Toni Nadal’s expertise could prove invaluable, given his esteemed reputation for emphasizing mental strength, which was instrumental during Rafael Nadal’s peak years.

Zverev prepares for upcoming challenges

With Wimbledon concluding just last weekend, players now brace themselves for a series of tournaments leading up to the final Grand Slam held in the United States. Zverev faces a litany of competitions that will test his skill and resolve, especially if Toni Nadal officially steps in as his coach.

Tennis 365 reports that Zverev is scheduled to participate in two key tournaments before the commencement of the US Open. First on the calendar is the Canadian Open at the end of July, followed by the Cincinnati Masters in mid-August. These events present Zverev with opportunities to fine-tune his performance under Toni Nadal’s guidance.