Novak Djokovic secured a hard-fought victory against Alexander Zverev in the quarterfinals of the China Open, winning in three sets: 4-6, 6-4, 6-4. The match lasted two hours and 34 minutes, marking Djokovic's continued dominance at the tournament with a record of 32-0.
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Fans reacted to the match by expressing doubts about Zverev's current form, particularly following his earlier victories against Cameron Norrie and Juncheng Shang. Djokovic acknowledged Zverev's skills, calling him "the best player in the world" despite the loss.
This defeat has implications for Zverev’s aspirations to become world number one, as it hinders his progress to overtake Jannik Sinner. Following the match, Zverev noted that Djokovic executed a nearly flawless game from the baseline, stating he “barely missed” during the encounter.
Djokovic will advance to the semifinals, where he aims to capture his first title of 2026. The event has also been marked by controversy, including discussions around officiating and match dynamics during high-stakes moments.