Sofia Open 2023 No. 1 seeded Alexander Zverev will not participate in the Bulgarian tournament of the ATP 250 series. The German had a great desire to show respect to the fans in Bulgaria, but withdrew the last-minute request because of his coaching team. They decided that it was better for him to concentrate his efforts on the ATP Finals in Turin (November 12-19).
Zverev secured a place in the final top-eight tournament only last night, which is why his schedule underwent a last-minute change.
"As tournament director and on behalf of the many tennis fans, I am extremely disappointed. At the same time, I remain confident that the tournament will maintain its high quality thanks to the remaining world-class stars. The tournament also remains a great opportunity for the development of Bulgarian players, who will have a chance to face some of the best tennis players in the world", commented tournament director Orlin Stanoichev.
Lorenzo Musetti takes the German's place as the number 1 seed. After Zverev's withdrawal, the last place in the draw goes to his compatriot Maximilian Marterer, who is a former quarter-finalist at the Sofia Open (2018). The drawing ceremony will take place tonight at 7:30 p.m. in the Nova TV studio and will be broadcasted live on Diema Sport 3. /BGNES
