Novak Djokovic defeated Alexander Zverev 4-6, 6-4, 6-4 in the quarterfinals of the China Open, showcasing a strong comeback to maintain his perfect record at the tournament. This victory marks Djokovic's 32nd win at the event, placing him one step closer to capturing his first title of 2026.
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Zverev had previously secured his spot in the quarterfinals with victories over Cameron Norrie and Juncheng Shang. Although he started strong against Djokovic, Zverev ultimately succumbed to the Serbian's experience and skill.
In other developments, Jannik Sinner withdrew from the Shanghai Masters due to ongoing knee issues, further impacting the competition landscape for upcoming tournaments. Meanwhile, Carlos Alcaraz continues to impress by reaching the third round of the Japan Open, defeating Matteo Arnaldi 7-6(6), 6-1 after returning from a wrist injury.