Alexander Zverev has secured the ATP world number one ranking, becoming the 30th man in history to achieve the top spot in men's professional tennis. The German player clinched the position following a victory that confirmed his ascent to the summit of the sport's rankings.
Zverev's rise to world number one marks a significant milestone in his career, placing him among an elite group of players who have held the top ranking since the ATP system was introduced in 1973. The achievement was reported by BBC Sport tennis correspondent Jonathan Jurejko on October 29, 2026.



