☀️ The tennis rackets are officially packed away, and the intense pressure of the ATP Tour has been swapped for the blissful tranquility of the Maldives. Alexander Zverev, the German tennis star and current world No. 3, has kicked off his well-deserved off-season hiatus with his girlfriend, model Sophia Thomalla, continuing their tradition of recharging in a tropical paradise after the competitive year concludes.
Just days after Zverev concluded his run at the 2025 ATP Finals in Turin, the couple wasted no time jetting off to the exclusive Soneva Jani resort in the Indian Ocean archipelago. The stunning luxury destination, known for its iconic overwater villas complete with private water slides and breathtaking lagoon views, provides the perfect backdrop for their romantic getaway.
🎾 A Challenging End to the ATP Season
Zverev, 28, entered the season-ending championship with high hopes, but his time in the Björn Borg Group proved challenging. Despite securing an early victory against Ben Shelton, the German was unable to advance to the semi-finals after suffering straight-set defeats to the eventual group winner, Jannik Sinner, and Canadian Felix Auger-Aliassime. The elimination brought his demanding 2025 tour campaign to a close earlier than he might have wished.
However, the disappointment of the ATP Finals is clearly a distant memory now. Zverev is fully focused on downtime, recovery, and romance before the rigors of the 2026 tennis season begin.
📸 Chasing Sunsets and Tan Lines: A Glimpse into Luxury Travel
The couple has graciously provided their followers with a glimpse into their opulent retreat through a joint Instagram post, perfectly captioned: “Chasing sunsets, tan lines and a good time ☀️.”
The shared gallery is a masterclass in luxury travel and romance. It features intimate and playful moments, including the pair sharing a kiss while lounging on a picturesque swing over the water, taking a refreshing dip in the crystal-clear ocean, and cycling hand-in-hand over the resort’s famous overwater boardwalks. Additional footage showcases the thrill-seeking side of the tennis player, with Zverev descending the resort’s signature water slides directly into the azure lagoon.
Sophia Thomalla further cemented the romantic vibe on her own social media, posting a candid photograph of Zverev relaxing on the beach, accompanied by a simple white heart emoji—a clear signal that the pair are fully embracing the “slow living” ethos of the Maldives.
The annual tradition of retreating to this tropical getaway underscores the vital role these breaks play for elite athletes. For Zverev, this time with Thomalla is crucial for mental and physical recharging, allowing him to leave the pressures of the tennis court behind and build the necessary focus and optimism for the challenges that the Grand Slam season of 2026 will undoubtedly bring.