Sublime Musetti stuns world number one Zverev at Paris Masters
Zverev said he felt like "the only world No.1 in tennis history" that has to explain why he deserves the ranking.

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The win continued a resurgence for the Italian, who has been hampered by injuries throughout the 2026 season.
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Zverev said he felt like "the only world No.1 in tennis history" that has to explain why he deserves the ranking.
