Can Zverev Catch Up to Sinner & Alcaraz?

Alexander Zverev is a two-time Grand Slam champion—but has he genuinely closed the gap on Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz?

We break down Zverev’s latest major victory, the composure he showed against Ben Shelton, and why his high-percentage style makes him so difficult to beat. We also discuss whether we’re seeing a more confident and likable version of Zverev, where Shelton fits among the next generation, and the opportunities emerging whenever Sinner and Alcaraz aren’t fully healthy.

Plus, Jody checks in from the Challenger Tour in China, we debate airplane etiquette, discuss influencer behavior at tennis tournaments, and answer questions from the listeners.

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Ever wondered what life is really like as a professional tennis player? On The Changeover, hosts Jody Maginley and Justin Roberts take you behind the scenes of the tour—sharing insights on training, weekly progress, the grind of climbing the rankings, and conversations with players living it every day.

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00:00 Intro
00:17 Disagreeing about strings
02:21 Jody’s China update
03:34 Airplane Etiquette
06:47 Zverev’s US Open win
16:16 Influencers at Flushing Meadows
19:15 Zverev video reaction
20:42 Jesse Flores is Spiderman
25:19 75 Hard’s newest disciple
33:29 Can you start tennis late and go pro?
35:52 Jody’s Man Utd agony
41:33 Are long arms a disadvantage?
44:32 Shelton’s serve & volley
47:32 Next steps for Maginley