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Djokovic Breaks Nadal's Record in Beijing, Beats Zverev to Reach China Open Semis
tennis5 days ago

Djokovic Breaks Nadal's Record in Beijing, Beats Zverev to Reach China Open Semis

Novak Djokovic defeated top seed Alexander Zverev 4-6, 6-4, 6-4 at the China Open in Beijing, extending his unbeaten streak at the tournament to 32 matches. This victory set a new Open Era record for the best start at a single men's singles event, surpassing Rafael Nadal's previous mark of 31. The 39-year-old Serbian now faces Daniil Medvedev in the semi-finals, while Zverev's loss impacts his bid for the year-end world No. 1 ranking.

Djokovic Beats Zverev in Beijing Despite Controversial Point Replay
sports5 days ago

Djokovic Beats Zverev in Beijing Despite Controversial Point Replay

Novak Djokovic defeated Alexander Zverev 4-6, 6-4, 6-4 at the China Open on Sunday, extending his unbeaten Beijing streak to 32 matches. The match featured a controversial early point replay involving an LED screen change, which Djokovic criticized as 'stupid.' Djokovic, 39, overcame a slow start to reach the semi-finals, where he will face Daniil Medvedev.

Djokovic Reveals 'Big Struggle' Behind Beijing Comeback and Turin Hopes
sports6 days ago

Djokovic Reveals 'Big Struggle' Behind Beijing Comeback and Turin Hopes

Novak Djokovic admitted to significant physical health issues during his second-round victory at the China Open, stating that 2026 has been a 'big, big struggle' for his fitness. Despite losing the first set and requiring medical treatment, the 39-year-old rallied to defeat Yunchaokete Bu, extending his perfect Beijing record to 31 wins. Djokovic confirmed he intends to play the ATP Finals in Turin if he qualifies, though he remains 630 points behind the final qualifying spot.

Zverev Clinches Sixth Laver Cup for Europe in London
sports12 days ago

Zverev Clinches Sixth Laver Cup for Europe in London

Alexander Zverev defeated Learner Tien 7-6, 6-3 at the O2 Arena in London to secure the Laver Cup for Team Europe. The victory marked Europe's sixth title in the event's history and concluded a 13-5 series win. Zverev, who had lost his previous match to Alex de Minaur, provided the decisive points needed to clinch the trophy, allowing Carlos Alcaraz to sit out the final session. This achievement adds to Zverev's successful 2026 season, which included Grand Slam titles at the French Open and US Open.

Clijsters Finds Zverev’s Alcaraz-Tactics Talk Intriguing After US Open Win
sports21 days ago

Clijsters Finds Zverev’s Alcaraz-Tactics Talk Intriguing After US Open Win

Former pro Kim Clijsters reacted to Alexander Zverev’s post‑match remarks about Carlos Alcaraz after Zverev’s US Open final win, calling the openness about tactics intriguing and noting how aggression, rhythm, and smart shot selection can influence big-match outcomes. She contrasted Zverev’s patient, strategic baseline play with her own experiences against players like Serena and Venus Williams, and highlighted how Zverev’s ability to mix patience with timely aggression helped him win despite not being at peak level.

Zverev backs Shelton to win a Grand Slam soon after US Open win
sports23 days ago

Zverev backs Shelton to win a Grand Slam soon after US Open win

Alexander Zverev defeated Ben Shelton in a tight US Open final to become a two-time Grand Slam champion, then praised Shelton’s coaching team — including his father Bryan Shelton — and said he believes they will win a Grand Slam soon. He also commented on the New York crowd’s energy and noted that rising American players like Frances Tiafoe, Taylor Fritz and Tommy Paul give hope for the home nation's next champion.

Shelton blasts rule over Zverev’s extended serving routine in US Open final
sports25 days ago

Shelton blasts rule over Zverev’s extended serving routine in US Open final

In the US Open final, Ben Shelton criticized an umpire’s instruction to be ready while Alexander Zverev stretched his ball-bouncing routine, arguing the 25-second rule should not penalize players who adopt their own routines. Shelton contended he’s never unprepared, while calling for a rule change to curb delays—particularly regarding second serves—after Zverev was warned for time infringement following an extended pre-serve ritual. The match ended 6-3, 7-6(2), 5-7, 6-2 in Zverev’s favor, highlighting ongoing debates about pace of play in tennis.

Shelton Seeks First Major as U.S. Open Final Faces Zverev
sports26 days ago

Shelton Seeks First Major as U.S. Open Final Faces Zverev

Ben Shelton, 23, is chasing his first Grand Slam title in the U.S. Open final against top-seeded Alexander Zverev, aiming to end America's long drought since 2003 after a dramatic late-night win over the defending champion Carlos Alcaraz; Zverev arrives in strong form, having won the French Open and not dropped a set since the early rounds as he pursues a second major this year.

Sinner Wins Wimbledon, Eyes Djokovic-Style Slam Double
sports-tennis2 months ago

Sinner Wins Wimbledon, Eyes Djokovic-Style Slam Double

Jannik Sinner beat Alexander Zverev in four sets (6-7, 7-6, 6-3, 6-4) to win Wimbledon, giving him five Grand Slams and setting up a potential Wimbledon–US Open double—the last player to pull it off was Novak Djokovic in 2018—as he heads into the North American hard-court swing, with Djokovic, Zverev and Carlos Alcaraz’s uncertain status shaping the rest of the season.

Sinner Defends Wimbledon Crown as Jamie Murray Praises His Relentless Consistency
sports2 months ago

Sinner Defends Wimbledon Crown as Jamie Murray Praises His Relentless Consistency

Jannik Sinner defended his Wimbledon title with a near-flawless display against Alexander Zverev, firing 15 aces and maintaining a high level throughout, prompting Jamie Murray to hail the Italian’s consistency. Zverev fought aggressively but couldn’t derail Sinner, who continues to impress as he heads to the North American hard-court swing, starting with the Canadian Open on August 1 and later Cincinnati.