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Zverev Toasts To Birthday With Hat-Trick
The Straits Times
|April 21, 2025
German cruises past American Shelton to take record-equalling third Munich crown
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MUNICH - World No. 3 Alexander Zverev celebrated his birthday with a comfortable win over American Ben Shelton in the Munich Open final on April 20 to claim a record-equalling third title.
The 28-year-old German crowd favourite delivered a composed display to overcome second seed Shelton 6-2, 6-4 and secure his 24th career tour title, his first of the season.
Said Zverev: "It's extremely special, I always love winning tournaments in Germany. It's probably the most special thing I can do. It's definitely a great birthday present, let's put it that way."
Having lifted the trophy in 2017 and 2018, Zverev has now matched fellow German Philipp Kohlschreiber's record of three Munich titles.
Backed by strong home support, the top seed dominated the 22-year-old Shelton, breaking early to take control. He comfortably claimed the first set 6-2 and opened the second with another break to keep up the momentum.
Said Shelton: "I would have liked to have said this is a birthday present, but I had no clue it was your birthday.
"I feel blessed to play in front of you guys on Easter Sunday, it's really special for me."
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