Alexander Zverev conquers his demons to win French Open

Alexander Zverev won his first Grand Slam title on Sunday, overcoming Flavio Cobolli in a thrilling French Open final. The international press hailed the German, saying he has made Roland Garros his home ground and has finally shed the 'heavy burden' imposed by Boris Becker.

L'Equipe wrote: 'An 89-year wait for a German champion: following Jannik Sinner's exit in the second round, Zverev was considered the clear favourite and lived up to expectations throughout the two-week tournament.' Le Figaro added: 'After a nerve-wracking final, Alexander Zverev overcomes his demons and wins his first Grand Slam title.' La Gazzetta dello Sport noted: 'A magnificent Cobolli isn't enough; Roland Garros belongs to Zverev!

Flavio forces him into a fifth set, then crumbles. Sascha finishes the match in tears and then embraces Flavio Cobolli, one of his closest friends on the tour.

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