EthiopiaDjokovic Beats Zverev
Novak Djokovic defeated Alexander Zverev in the China Open quarterfinals, extending his perfect record in Beijing to 32-0. Djokovic will face Daniil Medvedev in the semifinals.
Global Newsflix 2 min read
Novak Djokovic, 39, defeated Alexander Zverev in the China Open quarterfinals, winning 4-6, 6-4, 6-4. Zverev broke serve at the start of the first set and took a 2-0 lead.
Djokovic had two break points at 5-5, but Zverev held serve and won the set 6-4. In the second set, Djokovic saved a break point at 5-4 and leveled the score in sets.
In the deciding set, Zverev had a break point at 2-1, but Djokovic held his serve. Djokovic converted his second match point and finished the match with a victory.
Djokovic has won the Beijing tournament six times before and will face Daniil Medvedev in the semifinals. Medvedev defeated Francisco Cerundolo 7-6, 6-3 to advance.
The women's tournament saw both top seeds eliminated in successive rounds. Aryna Sabalenka fell to Nikola Bartunkova 6-4, 6-3, and Elena Rybakina lost to Alina Charaeva 3-6, 6-4, 6-3.
Djokovic's victory broke Rafael Nadal's Open Era record for consecutive victories at a single tournament. Djokovic is now 32-0 at the China Open.
Alex de Minaur and Hubert Hurkacz will meet in the other semifinal. Hurkacz was the first to secure a place in the tournament's final four.
Key facts
- Novak Djokovic defeated Alexander Zverev 4-6, 6-4, 6-4 in the China Open quarterfinals.
- Djokovic extended his perfect record in Beijing to 32-0.
- Djokovic will face Daniil Medvedev in the semifinals.
- Djokovic broke Rafael Nadal's Open Era record for consecutive victories at a single tournament.
Three perspectives
Neutral
Djokovic's victory is a significant achievement in his career. The China Open will continue with the semifinals. Djokovic's next match will be against Daniil Medvedev.
Positive
Djokovic's win is a testament to his skill and endurance. He continues to perform well at 39. Djokovic's record in Beijing is impressive.
Negative
Zverev's loss is a disappointment. The women's tournament has seen both top seeds eliminated. The competition is fierce in the China Open.
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