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Michael Jones

Why did Alexander Zverev take an injection during Wimbledon final?

Alexander Zverev takes an insulin injection to manage his diabetes during the Wimbledon final - (AP)

Alexander Zverev was seen taking an injection during the men’s Wimbledon final clash against Jannik Sinner as he looks to win the tournament for the very first time.

Having won the first set 7-6, Zverev was leading the second set 3-2 when he sat down on a courtside chair, at the switch of ends, and unveiled a medical pouch. He took out an insulin pen and injected it into his leg before resuming the match.

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