“One of my favorite weeks of the year”: Alexander Zverev and Carlos Alcaraz confirm Laver Cup 2027 return
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The Laver Cup has taken its first steps towards the 2027 edition, with Alexander Zverev and Carlos Alcaraz becoming the first players confirmed for Team Europe. The tournament will celebrate its tenth anniversary in Los Angeles next September, bringing together two of the most influential figures in the European team's recent success as they attempt to defend their title against Team World.
The announcement also highlights the contrasting records of the two players. Zverev is the most decorated competitor in the tournament's history by several statistical measures, holding the records for most appearances, points accumulated and singles victories. Alcaraz, meanwhile, has established himself as one of the competition's most effective players despite having participated in just three editions.
The German will make his eighth appearance in 2027, extending his record as the player with the most Laver Cup participations. He has also been part of every Team Europe title-winning campaign in which he has competed, including the latest triumph in London, where he secured the decisive point against Team World.
Alcaraz will return for a fourth consecutive year after helping Europe lift the trophy in Berlin in 2024 and London in 2026. The Spaniard has won eight of his ten matches in the competition, collecting 18 points and establishing an impressive record in a relatively short period.
Zverev holds Laver Cup's most important historical records
Zverev has been one of the defining figures of the Laver Cup since its inaugural edition in Prague in 2017. The German has competed in seven editions, accumulating 26 points and eight singles victories, both competition records.
His contribution has also been central to Team Europe's success, having been part of all six of its title-winning campaigns.
The 29-year-old has gone beyond being a consistent presence in the team. Zverev has secured the decisive point for Europe on four occasions: Chicago in 2018, Geneva in 2019, Boston in 2021 and London in 2026. His latest contribution came against Learner Tien, as Europe completed a 13-5 victory to reclaim the trophy after Team World's success in 2025.
His return to Los Angeles will therefore give him another opportunity to extend records that already distinguish him from every other player in the tournament's history. With seven appearances, 26 points and eight singles wins, Zverev remains Team Europe's most experienced and statistically successful representative.
Alcaraz's record is particularly notable when considering how much less time he has spent in the competition. Across three editions, the Spaniard has won eight of his ten matches and collected 18 points, giving him an 80% win rate. He has also played a decisive role in two European title campaigns, including his debut in Berlin, where he defeated Taylor Fritz to secure the trophy.
The seven-time Grand Slam champion was again an important contributor to Europe's victory in London this year. His ability to perform in both singles and doubles has made him a valuable presence in the team format, and his return will give Europe another player with a proven record in high-pressure Laver Cup matches.
Alcaraz and Zverev excited for another Laver Cup campaign
Both players expressed their enthusiasm about returning to the competition, with Zverev highlighting the unique atmosphere created by the team format and the opportunity to share the court with players who are normally his rivals.
“I’ve been part of Laver Cup since the very beginning and it’s become one of my favorite weeks of the year,” Zverev said. “Winning in London was a special moment for me and I’m proud of what we’ve achieved together as Team Europe.
“The atmosphere on the bench, the intensity of the matches and the opportunity to compete alongside players who are normally your biggest rivals make it a completely different experience,” the new world No. 1 added. “To be heading to Los Angeles as defending Laver Cup champions is exciting. I’ve heard great things about the arena and can’t wait to be back with the team and hopefully help Europe win another title.”
Alcaraz also stressed how much he enjoys the collective aspect of the event, which offers a different experience from the individual competition that dominates the ATP calendar.
“Laver Cup is one of those events I always want to be a part of,” the 7-time Grand Slam champion said. “I love playing as a team, being on the bench supporting the other guys and sharing those moments together. It’s a completely different feeling to playing for yourself and the atmosphere is always amazing.”
The tenth edition will take place at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California, from September 24-26, 2027. The venue, home of the NBA's Los Angeles Clippers, will host the competition's return to the United States after the 2025 edition in San Francisco.
Team Europe will arrive as defending champions after beating Team World 13-5 in London. With Zverev and Alcaraz already committed, the European side has secured two experienced leaders for its title defence, although four more places remain to be filled.
Cristhián AvilaTennis Journalist
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