World No. 3 player Alexander Zverev was suddenly eliminated from the first round of Wimbledon 2025 after a breathtaking defeat extended 5 sets before the French opponent, Arthur Rinderknech.
But besides the shocking results on the field, what made fans and the media pay attention to the absence of his girlfriend – the famous German model, MC, Sophia Thomalla.
Zverev and Sophia are one of the prominent couples of the German sports industry. They often appear together at big events, and Sophia also many times in the stands to cheer for her boyfriend.
However, at Wimbledon this year, she was completely absent. According to German media, Thomalla is busy recording an advertising project in Berlin and cannot go to London.
After the defeat, Zverev was extremely disappointed and somewhat depressed. During a press conference after the match, the German player admitted: “I have never felt like that on the field. Honestly, I probably need psychological therapy for the first time in my life to overcome this stage.”
Zverev also added that even when he won at Stuttgart and reached the previous Halle final, he still felt empty. “I won, but not happy. I felt like I was lost, unable to connect with anyone,” he shared.
Many people believe that Sophia's absence is the cause of Zverev's spirit sagging in this important period. However, there is no sign that the couple is having problems in the relationship.
Sophia is simply busy with her own work, and her unable to participate in Wimbledon does not mean “abandoning” as some sensational titles. However, it is clear that the absence of a girlfriend in a major tournament has negatively affected the psychology of the German player.
Zverev has not yet determined the specific plan for the rest of the season, but fans are expected he will soon regain his stability, especially before the US Open – where he has reached the final by 2020.
Failure at Wimbledon is not only a specialized slip but also shows the importance of mental factors – especially for players who are at the peak but vulnerable to pressure. With Zverev, a strong return can only come when he finds a balance in both personal life and career.
The beautiful pictures of Sophia Thomalla:
