'The worst moment of my life' - Alexander Zverev says he regrets attacking umpire's chair in Acapulco

Alexander Zverev says being expelled from the Mexican Open was the «worst moment of his life». The Olympic champion had been handed a eight week suspended ban and fined $40,000 (£31,000) for smashing his racquet against the umpire's chair and verbally abused Alessandro Germani during a first round doubles match in Acapulco last month. Ad/> On Monday he was guilty of a «major offence» after an ATP review and was issued a further suspended $25,000 (£19,000) fine.

ATP Indian WellsZverev given eight-week suspended ban for attacking umpire's chair08/03/2022 AT 08:46 Some of the world's most recognised players including Andy Murray and Rafael Nadal have condemned his actions, whle Eurosport's Mats Wilander believes he should be banned from big events and undergo a rehab process. Serena Williams said «I would probably be in jail» if she acted the same way as Zverev. The 24-year-old, who has apologised publically and also privately to the umpire, says he regrets his actions and vows never to make the same mistake again.

«It still is embarrassing for me now,» the world No 3 said. «Walking around the locker room, it's not a nice feeling. But we all do mistakes.

I'm also a human being, and I can guarantee you I will never act this way again in my life. It was definitely the worst moment of my life.» Djokovic confirms he will miss Indian Wells and Miami events Indian Wells preview: Djokovic visa confusion, Nadal's streak, Osaka returns Zverev said he is is working hard to improve his conduct. «I've been doing work, meditation-wise,» he added.

«I think there are stress situations in everyone's life where stuff like this happens. I'm not the first, I won't be the last for something bad to happen on the court. »I know who I am as a