Zverev before Wimbledon: “Djokovic is the huge favorite”

London (SID) – For Germany’s tennis star Alexander Zverev, the only way to win Wimbledon is through world number one and defending champion Novak Djokovic. “Djokovic is the huge favorite this year because he feels most comfortable on the surface,” said the 24-year-old from Hamburg two days before the start of the Grand Slam classic on the “holy lawn” in London: “We need boys just a little more time to get to know this surface better. “

Nevertheless, Zverev, who had only reached the round of 16 at Wimbledon, sees chances of making it into the final due to the draw. Since the French Open winner Djokovic was drawn into the other half of the tableau, the German number one could only meet the 19-time major winner from Serbia in the final.

“There will be chances in the lower half. For me, for Daniil Medvedev, for Matteo Berrettini. Roger Federer is also downstairs which is very interesting. Let’s see who gets through there, ”said Zverev, who recently failed in the semifinals at the French Open in Paris and is still chasing after his first Grand Slam title.

He sees himself well prepared. “I’ve done everything to ensure that I’m in shape and that I can play good tennis,” said Zverev: “I hope that I can bring it to the field – I can’t do more than that. It’s an interesting year. “