Zverev keeps it in the family when it comes to his coaching team, working with his dad, Alexander Sr, and his brother, Mischa. It meant they got to sit in one of the new pods on Rod Laver Arena while Zverev faced Pouille.

Alexander Zverev took a step toward his elusive first major championship, defeating Lucas Pouille of France 6-4, 6-4, 6-4 in the opening round of the Australian Open in Melbourne on Sunday.

Alexander Zverev, the World No. 2 tennis player, has shared his thoughts on the Australian Open's newly introduced coaching box, revealing his dislike for the innovation.

Alexander Zverev was asked about the new coaching pod that the Australian Open have introduced, with the German's team taking their place in the courtside area on Sunday