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    Novak Djokovic

    Djokovic defeats Alcaraz to advance to semifinal

    January 22, 2025

    Novak Djokovic’s bid for a 25th grand slam title is well on course after a satisfying win over Carlos Alcaraz on Tuesday. The former world number one recovered from a first-set defeat to beat Alcaraz in the remaining three sets, ending the match 4-6 6-4 6-3 6-4. Djokovic has now qualified for the semifinal, where he would face German Alexander Zverev. 

    Tuesday’s match was, beyond any doubt, one for the books, even for Djokovic, who described it as “epic”. The younger Alcaraz started off right, winning the first set, but could not keep up against a much-experienced opponent who was able to snap jaws from the jaws of defeat, even when it didn’t seem likely. 

    Djokovic played with a left-leg injury that needed attention at the beginning of the match, but it did not seem to be a problem as the game progressed.

    After winning the first set, Djokovic came back to lead the second set 3-0 before a pushback from Alcaraz, who was aiming for a second-set win. But he was not up to the task against an injured Djokovic. Alcaraz also suffered due to his fault as he made errors that Djokovic was able to take advantage of, ultimately leading to his win. 

    After the match, Djokovic commented that if he had lost the second set, he may not have continued playing, while also dishing praise to Alcaraz. He said: “Firstly, I want to give my utmost respect and admiration for Carlos and everything he stands for – and what he has achieved so far in his young career. 

    “What a terrific guy he is and even better competitor… I just wish that this match today was the final, honestly.

    “It’s one of the most epic matches I’ve played on this court – on any court, really.

    “If I’d have lost the second set, I don’t know if I would have continued playing. But I felt better and better, and played a great couple of games to take the second set.”

    Djokovic also said that he was looking forward to the next morning to see how his leg feels, after the medication he took during the game must have worn off, as that will determine if he is fit enough to continue with the tournament.

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