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Alexander Zverev: Managing recovery after late US Open matches
Following late-night matches at the US Open, professional tennis players like Alexander Zverev face significant physiological and logistical challenges. After a first-round victory, Zverev did not go to bed until 6:30 AM.
German national coach Michael Kohlmann explains that these schedules disrupt a player's natural rhythm. To manage the physical toll, players engage in several recovery steps. This includes immediate media obligations, such as TV interviews on the court and press conferences often held in stadium catacombs to save time.
Nutrition is a critical component of recovery. Players receive warm meals, such as rice, pasta, or meat, delivered directly to their cabins well after midnight. Tournament organizers noted that the event is equipped to handle specific dietary requirements, including those for diabetic players like Zverev. Physical recovery also involves muscle loosening exercises to prevent cramping before players head to their hotels.
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- [● 3 SOURCES] Late night matches disrupt a player's natural rhythm. www.onetz.de · www.wz.de · www.focus.de
- [● 3 SOURCES] Players can choose from a variety of warm meals including rice, pasta, and meat delivered to their cabins after midnight. www.onetz.de · www.wz.de · www.focus.de
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Muscles must be loosened and moved after matches to prevent cramping. www.focus.de
- [● 3 SOURCES] The US Open tournament is equipped to accommodate the dietary needs of diabetic players like Alexander Zverev. www.onetz.de · www.wz.de · www.focus.de