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Jimmy Connors claims Alexander Zverev now has an ‘obligation’ he must fulfil after becoming world number one

Alexander Zverev has ascended to the world number one ranking, becoming the 30th man to achieve the feat since the ATP began tracking standings 53 years ago. The German secured the top spot after a victory over Tallon Griekspoor at the Vienna Open, receiving his trophy ahead of the Paris Masters.

Tennis icon Jimmy Connors has publicly challenged Zverev to maintain the standard of a multi-time Grand Slam winner, urging him to pursue further major titles rather than resting on his current success. While Zverev has claimed two Grand Slam trophies this year and is set to finish the season at number one, critics have pointed to the injury-related absences of rivals Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner as contributing factors to his rise.

Additionally, Zverev faces scrutiny over a 3-9 record against top-10 opponents this season and a 2-3 career head-to-head record against his upcoming Paris Masters opponent, Lorenzo Musetti.

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