Alexander Zverev’s Grand Slam wait is over. His uncomfortable status in tennis lingers

Alexander Zverev, 29, won his first Grand Slam title at the French Open on Sunday, defeating Italy's Flavio Cobolli 6-1, 4-6, 6-4, 6-7(5), 6-1 in the final. It was Zverev's fourth Grand Slam final appearance, having lost three previous finals including to Carlos Alcaraz at Roland Garros two years prior. Despite his long-awaited major triumph, the article notes that off-court controversies, including a settled domestic abuse case, continue to overshadow his career.