Djokovic Beats Zverev | French Open 2024 Semis
- Novak Djokovic secured a spot in the French Open semifinals by defeating Alexander Zverev in a hard-fought quarterfinal match Wednesday in Paris.
- The victory marks Djokovic's 101st win at Roland Garros, where he also won an Olympic gold medal last year.
- A critical moment in the match came during a 41-stroke rally in the fourth set.
Novak Djokovic advanced to the French Open 2024 semifinals after a compelling victory over Alexander Zverev,setting the stage for a thrilling final stretch. Djokovic, showcasing his experiance, defeated Zverev in a match that spanned over three hours, demonstrating his relentless pursuit of a record-breaking 25th Grand Slam title. The strategic use of drop shots proved pivotal in disrupting Zverev’s game, ultimately leading to Djokovic’s success on the court. The semifinal clash is set against Jannik Sinner, promising to be an electrifying contest.News Directory 3 keeps you updated on all the French Open action. With a tied head-to-head record and Sinner’s recent dominance, all eyes are on whether Djokovic can extend his record.Discover what’s next in this exciting story.
Djokovic Advances to French Open Semifinals with victory Over zverev
Updated June 05, 2025
Novak Djokovic secured a spot in the French Open semifinals by defeating Alexander Zverev in a hard-fought quarterfinal match Wednesday in Paris. The 38-year-old Djokovic, seeded No. 6, overcame the No. 3 seed Zverev 4-6, 6-3, 6-2, 6-4 in 3 hours and 17 minutes.
The victory marks Djokovic’s 101st win at Roland Garros, where he also won an Olympic gold medal last year. now, Djokovic is just two wins away from clinching his 25th grand Slam singles title, a feat that would make him the first player, male or female, to achieve such a record. His next challenge is a semifinal showdown against No. 1 seed Jannik Sinner.
A critical moment in the match came during a 41-stroke rally in the fourth set. Djokovic, leading 3-2, fought off a break point to win the game and take a 4-2 lead. This pivotal moment shifted the momentum firmly in his favor.
Djokovic acknowledged the pressure of facing Zverev. “Obviously there was a lot of tension [and] pressure, but it is indeed normal when you play against Zverev,” Djokovic said.He also noted the physical demands of the match, adding, “My game is based on a lot of running. I am 38 years old. It is not easy to keep running like that but, OK, it works.”
Zverev, still seeking his first Grand Slam title, started strong by breaking Djokovic in the first game and winning the first set. However, Djokovic adjusted his strategy, employing numerous drop shots—35 in total—to exploit Zverev’s height and force him to the net. This tactic proved effective as Djokovic broke Zverev at 2-1 in the second set and quickly took a 4-1 lead, securing the set with a drop shot.
Djokovic continued his dominance, breaking Zverev twice in the third set. Another break at the start of the fourth set put Djokovic firmly on track for the win, which he sealed on his fifth match point.
“What do you want me to say? He’s won 24 of these things,” Zverev said, acknowledging Djokovic’s experience and success.
Despite some distractions, including flying insects and fan interactions, Djokovic maintained his focus and superior play. His ability to handle these disruptions contributed to his victory.
What’s next
The upcoming semifinal match between Djokovic and Sinner is highly anticipated. While their head-to-head record is tied at 4-4, sinner has won their last three encounters and has not dropped a set in this French Open.Djokovic recognizes the challenge, stating, “I just hope that I will be able to physically keep up with Sinner in few days’ time.it’s a big challenge for me.” Sinner also acknowledged Djokovic’s resurgence,saying,”He has shown now,in the last period,that he is back.” The upcoming match promises to be a thrilling contest between two of the top players in men’s tennis, with Djokovic aiming for his 25th Grand Slam title and Sinner looking to continue his dominant form.