Alexander Zverev experienced a rollercoaster of a match against Griekspoor at the 2024 ATP Shanghai. The emotions were further heightened by several decisions made by Mohamed Lahyani, who was in the chair today.Following the problems with Wawrinka and Tiafoe, Sascha was clearly willing to fight for any decision… and that’s exactly what he did, claiming that the referee was incorrect when a double bounce was marked.
Even when the review indicated that Lahyani’s decision was accurate, the German did not remain silent and made some fascinating observations. “Why bother playing 89 matches this year? It isn’t conceivable.
Every Grand Slam final I lose is your responsibility, the result of your faults.
I am here, working like an animal, but you make a lot of blunders. Every week, you determine the matches to play and the conclusion of competitions.
Why am I doing this? “For what reason?” Sascha made an amazing complaint, and the match was indeed closed.
Alexander Zverev told the chair umpire today: “Every Grand Slam final I lose is your fault. “You decide the match outcomes.”
The irony of the protest stemming from a correct call by the referee adds to his dissatisfaction.
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