9Photo© news18.comNovak Djokovic Downs Alexander Zverev To Set Up French Open Semi Clash With Jannik Sinner
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In a grueling night session match, Djokovic overcame third seed Zverev 4-6, 6-3, 6-2, 6-4, captivating Court Philippe Chatrier for over three-and-a-quarter hours.
The 24-time Grand Slam champion now faces world number one Jannik Sinner in the semi-finals, after the Italian cruised past the unseeded Alexander Bublik in straight sets earlier.
“Jannik is in tremendous form, and he has been the best player for the last couple of years," said Djokovic.
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