Battling Djokovic stuns top seed Zverev at China Open

Novak Djokovic extended his winning streak to 32 matches after defeating top seed Alexander Zverev at the China Open. The 39-year-old Serbian described the performance as one of his best of the year.
Why it matters
Djokovic's continued dominance at his age remains a significant narrative in professional tennis, influencing rankings and tournament outcomes.
The 39-year-old Serbian electrified a packed crowd in Beijing, where he extended an astonishing winning streak to 32 matches and is a…
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