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Djokovic Stuns Zverev in China Open Thriller, Advances to Semifinals
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News18•05-10-2026, 07:18
Djokovic Stuns Zverev in China Open Thriller, Advances to Semifinals
- •Novak Djokovic defeated top-seed Alexander Zverev 4-6, 6-4, 6-4 in a thrilling three-set match at the China Open.
- •The victory extends Djokovic's astonishing winning streak to 32 matches and sets up a blockbuster semifinal clash with Daniil Medvedev.
- •Djokovic described the win as one of his best matches of the year, proving he can still compete with the world's top players despite health issues.
- •In the women's draw, Aryna Sabalenka was upset by Nikola Bartunkova, leaving the tournament without its top two seeds.
- •World No. 1 Elena Rybakina withdrew from the upcoming Wuhan Open due to a foot injury, following an early exit from the China Open.
Key Questions Answered
Novak Djokovic will face Daniil Medvedev in the semi-finals of the China Open after defeating top-seed Alexander Zverev in a three-set thriller.
Czech player Nikola Bartunkova defeated Aryna Sabalenka in straight sets with a score of 6-4, 6-3 to advance to the round of 16.
World No. 1 Elena Rybakina withdrew from the Wuhan Open due to a foot injury that she experienced during her second-round match at the China Open.
