Did Zverev Actually Get Better? | Post-US Open MEGA Mailbag (2026)

On Monday Match Analysis, Gill Gross breaks down Daniil Medvedev's continued dominance over his friend Andrey Rublev. Medvedev took the trophy in Hangzhou. We'll also discuss some standout moments from Laver Cup including Carlos Alcaraz's crucial match point saves against Taylor Fritz. Lastly, we'll delve into Alejandro Davidovich Fokina's 2nd career title, as he beat Hubert Hurkacz in Chengdu.0:00 Intro0:40 Medvedev def. Rublev Hangzhou17:20 Laver Cup Moments20:25 Alcaraz vs. Fritz31:05 ADF def. Hurkacz Chengdu IG: https://www.instagram.com/gillgross_/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@gill.gross24/7 Tennis Community on Tribe: https://tribechat.com/gillTwitter/X: https://twitter.com/Gill_GrossThe Draw newsletter, your one-stop-shop for the best tennis content on the internet every week: https://www.thedraw.tennis/subscribeBecome a member to support the channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvERpLl9dXH09fuNdbyiLQQ/joinEvans Brothers Coffee Roasters, the Official Coffee Of Monday Match Analysis... use code GILLGROSS25 for 25% off your first order: https://evansbrotherscoffee.com/collections/coffeeAUDIO PODCAST FEEDSSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5c3VXnLDVVgLfZuGk3yxIF?si=AQy9oRlZTACoGr5XS3s_ygItunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/monday-match-analysis/id1432259450?mt=2 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the Mailbag, Gill Gross answers your comments following the 2026 US Open, including: did Alexander Zverev actually improve, who will Juan Carlos Ferrero coach next, what are the next steps in Ben Shelton's development, does Carlos Alcaraz lack a solid mode, the data behind new balls and much much more.0:00 Intro0:40 Did Zverev Improve6:50 US Open Radio9:37 Top 10 Strengths18:44 Ferrero's Next Client20:45 Predicting Final Wrong26:17 Watching Live Tennis30:58 Mental Techniques37:00 Zverev Future41:18 New Ball Effects45:30 Shelton Development49:45 Craig Tiley, Kalshi57:58 Year End 11:00:15 Revealing Tactics1:03:11 Alcaraz Solidity1:08:12 Djokovic 251:10:35 Zverev Marketability1:14:40 Rybakina USO Prep1:16:35 Shelton's Serve1:20:07 Good Shot Selection1:21:00 Tsitsipas Form1:22:35 No WTA Bots1:25:35 Women Favs at USO IG: https://www.instagram.com/gillgross_/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@gill.gross24/7 Tennis Community on Tribe: https://tribechat.com/gillTwitter/X: https://twitter.com/Gill_GrossThe Draw newsletter, your one-stop-shop for the best tennis content on the internet every week: https://www.thedraw.tennis/subscribeBecome a member to support the channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvERpLl9dXH09fuNdbyiLQQ/joinEvans Brothers Coffee Roasters, the Official Coffee Of Monday Match Analysis... use code GILLGROSS25 for 25% off your first order: https://evansbrotherscoffee.com/collections/coffeeAUDIO PODCAST FEEDSSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5c3VXnLDVVgLfZuGk3yxIF?si=AQy9oRlZTACoGr5XS3s_ygItunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/monday-match-analysis/id1432259450?mt=2 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On Monday Match Analysis, Hall-of-Fame tennis writer Steve Flink joins the show as we wrap up coverage of US Open 2026. We'll discuss where Alexander Zverev showed growth on his run to his 2nd major title, was any more expected out of Ben Shelton, how was Carlos Alcaraz effected by the injury break, plus talk on Novak Djokovic, Frances Tiafoe, Karen Khachanov, Alexander Blockx and the disappointment power rankings.Thanks to @FitnexaAI for sponsoring this video.Check out Fitnexa SomniPods 3 here and get $10 off: https://go.fitnexa.com/8o4oBjCoupon code: GILL100:00 Intro2:40 Zverev's Title Run8:28 Shelton's Runner-Up18:12 Return of Alcaraz28:10 Tiafoe & Khachanov34:00 Novak Djokovic Exit40:55 Alexander Blockx43:00 Disappointment Rankings IG: https://www.instagram.com/gillgross_/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@gill.gross24/7 Tennis Community on Tribe: https://tribechat.com/gillTwitter/X: https://twitter.com/Gill_GrossThe Draw newsletter, your one-stop-shop for the best tennis content on the internet every week: https://www.thedraw.tennis/subscribeBecome a member to support the channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvERpLl9dXH09fuNdbyiLQQ/joinEvans Brothers Coffee Roasters, the Official Coffee Of Monday Match Analysis... use code GILLGROSS25 for 25% off your first order: https://evansbrotherscoffee.com/collections/coffeeAUDIO PODCAST FEEDSSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5c3VXnLDVVgLfZuGk3yxIF?si=AQy9oRlZTACoGr5XS3s_ygItunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/monday-match-analysis/id1432259450?mt=2 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On Monday Match Analysis, Gill Gross breaks down Alexander Zverev's 4-set win over Ben Shelton to win the 2026 US Open. We'll jump right into Zverev's tactical performance on his forehand, effective return strategy and why this match was the best mentality Zverev has ever showcased in a big match. Then, we'll assess Shelton's performance, address the ball bouncing controversy and finish on Zverev's legacy.Thanks to @FitnexaAI for sponsoring this video.Check out Fitnexa SomniPods 3 here and get $10 off: https://go.fitnexa.com/8o4oBjCoupon code: GILL100:00 Intro1:10 Forehand Tactics12:20 Ultra-Deep Returning17:30 Mental Masterpiece?21:50 Shelton Assessment35:15 Ball Bouncing42:30 Zverev’s Legacy IG: https://www.instagram.com/gillgross_/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@gill.gross24/7 Tennis Community on Tribe: https://tribechat.com/gillTwitter/X: https://twitter.com/Gill_GrossThe Draw newsletter, your one-stop-shop for the best tennis content on the internet every week: https://www.thedraw.tennis/subscribeBecome a member to support the channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvERpLl9dXH09fuNdbyiLQQ/joinEvans Brothers Coffee Roasters, the Official Coffee Of Monday Match Analysis... use code GILLGROSS25 for 25% off your first order: https://evansbrotherscoffee.com/collections/coffeeAUDIO PODCAST FEEDSSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5c3VXnLDVVgLfZuGk3yxIF?si=AQy9oRlZTACoGr5XS3s_ygItunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/monday-match-analysis/id1432259450?mt=2 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On Monday Match Analysis, Gill Gross dissects the highly anticipated all-American semifinal between Ben Shelton and Frances Tiafoe. Plus, Alexander Zverev vs. Karen Khachanov and the women's semifinals where Aryna Sabalenka beat Jessica Pegula and Elena Rybakina beat Coco Gauff. Lastly, a preview of the men's final on Sunday - Zverev vs. Shelton.Thanks to @FitnexaAI for sponsoring this video.Check out Fitnexa SomniPods 3 here and get $10 off: https://go.fitnexa.com/8o4oBjCoupon code: GILL100:00 Intro1:00 Shelton def. Tiafoe17:45 Zverev def. Khachanov27:20 Sabalenka def. Pegula33:00 Rybakina def. Gauff37:15 Zverev vs. Shelton PREVIEW IG: https://www.instagram.com/gillgross_/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@gill.gross24/7 Tennis Community on Tribe: https://tribechat.com/gillTwitter/X: https://twitter.com/Gill_GrossThe Draw newsletter, your one-stop-shop for the best tennis content on the internet every week: https://www.thedraw.tennis/subscribeBecome a member to support the channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvERpLl9dXH09fuNdbyiLQQ/joinEvans Brothers Coffee Roasters, the Official Coffee Of Monday Match Analysis... use code GILLGROSS25 for 25% off your first order: https://evansbrotherscoffee.com/collections/coffeeAUDIO PODCAST FEEDSSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5c3VXnLDVVgLfZuGk3yxIF?si=AQy9oRlZTACoGr5XS3s_ygItunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/monday-match-analysis/id1432259450?mt=2 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Gill Gross reacts to Ben Shelton's monumental performance to take out Carlos Alcaraz in a 5th-set tiebreak to advance to the semifinals of the 2026 US Open. Plus, Frances Tiafoe's improbably comeback against Alex Michelsen. IG: https://www.instagram.com/gillgross_/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@gill.gross24/7 Tennis Community on Tribe: https://tribechat.com/gillTwitter/X: https://twitter.com/Gill_GrossThe Draw newsletter, your one-stop-shop for the best tennis content on the internet every week: https://www.thedraw.tennis/subscribeBecome a member to support the channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvERpLl9dXH09fuNdbyiLQQ/joinEvans Brothers Coffee Roasters, the Official Coffee Of Monday Match Analysis... use code GILLGROSS25 for 25% off your first order: https://evansbrotherscoffee.com/collections/coffeeAUDIO PODCAST FEEDSSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5c3VXnLDVVgLfZuGk3yxIF?si=AQy9oRlZTACoGr5XS3s_ygItunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/monday-match-analysis/id1432259450?mt=2 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On Monday Match Analysis, Gill Gross preview every Men's Quarterfinal at the 2026 US Open. The lineup features the first clash between Carlos Alcaraz and Ben Shelton in over a year, an All-American matchup between Frances Tiafoe and Alex Michelsen, a cross-generational match between big guys Karen Khachanov and Alexander Blockx, and the top-seed Alexander Zverev against surprise QFist Botic Van De Zandschulp.Thanks to @FitnexaAI for sponsoring this video.Check out Fitnexa SomniPods 3 here and get $10 off: https://go.fitnexa.com/8o4oBjCoupon code: GILL100:00 Intro1:05 Khachnanov def. Tien7:40 Blockx def. Cerundolo13:35 Cerundolo vs. Blockx15:23 Zverev vs. Botic19:30 Alcaraz vs. Shelton27:00 Tiafoe vs. Michelsen IG: https://www.instagram.com/gillgross_/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@gill.gross24/7 Tennis Community on Tribe: https://tribechat.com/gillTwitter/X: https://twitter.com/Gill_GrossThe Draw newsletter, your one-stop-shop for the best tennis content on the internet every week: https://www.thedraw.tennis/subscribeBecome a member to support the channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvERpLl9dXH09fuNdbyiLQQ/joinEvans Brothers Coffee Roasters, the Official Coffee Of Monday Match Analysis... use code GILLGROSS25 for 25% off your first order: https://evansbrotherscoffee.com/collections/coffeeAUDIO PODCAST FEEDSSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5c3VXnLDVVgLfZuGk3yxIF?si=AQy9oRlZTACoGr5XS3s_ygItunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/monday-match-analysis/id1432259450?mt=2 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On Monday Match Analysis, Gill Gross discusses Carlos Alcaraz's dominant performance over Tommy Paul. Plus, Ben Shelton's serve clinic against Stefanos Tsitsipas, Learner Tien's physical takedown of Jakub Mensik, Alexander Blockx breakthrough against Flavio Cobolli, Frances Tiafoe's big win against Daniil Medvedev and Taylor Fritz's shocking collapse against Francisco Cerundolo.Thanks to @FitnexaAI for sponsoring this video.Check out Fitnexa SomniPods 3 here and get $10 off: https://go.fitnexa.com/8o4oBjCoupon code: GILL100:00 Intro1:00 Alcaraz def. Paul15:25 Shelton def. Tsitsipas21:20 Tien def. Mensik28:50 Blockx def. Cobolli33:50 Tiafoe def. Medvedev40:30 Arthur Gea41:30 Cerundolo def. Fritz IG: https://www.instagram.com/gillgross_/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@gill.gross24/7 Tennis Community on Tribe: https://tribechat.com/gillTwitter/X: https://twitter.com/Gill_GrossThe Draw newsletter, your one-stop-shop for the best tennis content on the internet every week: https://www.thedraw.tennis/subscribeBecome a member to support the channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvERpLl9dXH09fuNdbyiLQQ/joinEvans Brothers Coffee Roasters, the Official Coffee Of Monday Match Analysis... use code GILLGROSS25 for 25% off your first order: https://evansbrotherscoffee.com/collections/coffeeAUDIO PODCAST FEEDSSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5c3VXnLDVVgLfZuGk3yxIF?si=AQy9oRlZTACoGr5XS3s_ygItunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/monday-match-analysis/id1432259450?mt=2 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the Mailbag, Gill Gross answers your comments after the first two rounds of US Open 2026. We'll cover the influencer boom, Jodar's shocking defeat, Stefanos Tsitsipas beating Arthur Fils, the rise in injuries on tour and more. Also featuring: Felix Auger-Aliassime, Lorenzo Musetti, Brandon Nakashima and Alex de Minaur.🌎 Get an exclusive 15% discount on Saily data plans! Use code MONDAYMATCH at checkout. Download Saily app or go to https://saily.com/MONDAYMATCH0:00 Intro0:45 Results Rundown4:45 Influencer Takeover13:40 Jodar Implodes20:55 Tsitsipas def. Fils27:05 Ferrer x Alcaraz28:12 Rise in Injuries32:45 Retiring Lucky Losers36:26 Martin Damm Potential IG: https://www.instagram.com/gillgross_/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@gill.gross24/7 Tennis Community on Tribe: https://tribechat.com/gillTwitter/X: https://twitter.com/Gill_GrossThe Draw newsletter, your one-stop-shop for the best tennis content on the internet every week: https://www.thedraw.tennis/subscribeBecome a member to support the channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvERpLl9dXH09fuNdbyiLQQ/joinEvans Brothers Coffee Roasters, the Official Coffee Of Monday Match Analysis... use code GILLGROSS25 for 25% off your first order: https://evansbrotherscoffee.com/collections/coffeeAUDIO PODCAST FEEDSSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5c3VXnLDVVgLfZuGk3yxIF?si=AQy9oRlZTACoGr5XS3s_ygItunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/monday-match-analysis/id1432259450?mt=2 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Novak Djokovic lost in the 1st round of a major for the first time since 2006, flailing physically against Mariano Navone in a 5-setter. Plus, Gill responds to the backlash after his Rafael Jodar US Open prediction. EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/MONDAYMATCH Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee IG: https://www.instagram.com/gillgross_/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@gill.gross24/7 Tennis Community on Tribe: https://tribechat.com/gillTwitter/X: https://twitter.com/Gill_GrossThe Draw newsletter, your one-stop-shop for the best tennis content on the internet every week: https://www.thedraw.tennis/subscribeBecome a member to support the channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvERpLl9dXH09fuNdbyiLQQ/joinEvans Brothers Coffee Roasters, the Official Coffee Of Monday Match Analysis... use code GILLGROSS25 for 25% off your first order: https://evansbrotherscoffee.com/collections/coffeeAUDIO PODCAST FEEDSSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5c3VXnLDVVgLfZuGk3yxIF?si=AQy9oRlZTACoGr5XS3s_ygItunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/monday-match-analysis/id1432259450?mt=2 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.