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sports25 days ago•5 min saved

Zverev’s marathon bounce sparks US Open clock debate

Alexander Zverev’s lengthy ball-bouncing ritual at the US Open drew criticism from opponents like Ben Shelton and spotlighted a broader debate over pace of play and the serve clock, as the German clinched the title with a 6-4, 7-6(2), 5-7, 6-2 victory after reportedly bouncing the ball thousands of times across five matches.

via The New York Times|

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sports27 days ago•3 min saved

Roddick urges stricter serve timing as Zverev’s routine dominates US Open

Andy Roddick blasted tennis’ time rules after Alexander Zverev’s long service ritual at the US Open, urging a strict second-serve clock and a ban on toss resets; Zverev defended his routine, while Roddick noted Ben Shelton’s improving backhand as a potential edge in the final.

via EssentiallySports|

#alexander-zverev #andy-roddick #serve-clock