Zverev believes in Djokovic's climb: Is the veteran ready for Sinner?

Zverev believes in Djokovic's climb: Is the veteran ready for Sinner?

In the semi -finals of the French Open, Novak Djokovic meets Jannik Sinner after defeating Alexander Zverev in the quarter -finals. The 38-year-old was able to prevail in an exciting match with 4-6, 6-3, 6-2, 6-4 and is already planning his next step. Alexander Zverev, who lost to Djokovic, expressed that he believed that a surprise could also succeed against Sinner. Zverev emphasized that Djokovic is currently underestimated, despite his fluctuating performance at the beginning of 2025, in which he left several tournaments early on.

Djokovic himself showed an impressive form in Paris by not giving a sentence in the previous rounds and finally winning his 100th title at the ATP tournament in Geneva. Zverev in particular praised Djokovic's versatile playing style, which already led him to a victory over Carlos Alcaraz at the Australian Open. Zverev stated that cold conditions impaired his clout, which caused him difficulties in the match against Djokovic.

The upcoming duel

Jannik Sinner is considered a clear favorite in the duel against Djokovic, but also has the challenge that the Serb has only lost to Rafael Nadal at the French Open in the past six years. In addition, Djokovic has lost the last three encounters against Sinner, which increases the tension of the upcoming game. Meanwhile, the anticipation of the first semi -finals increases in which defending champion Alcaraz meets Lorenzo Musetti before the grand finale takes place on Sunday.

Sinner, who is currently in first place in the world rankings, will try to claim his position, while Djokovic continues to work towards his 25th Grand Slam title. Djokovic emphasized that he wants to concentrate on his way of playing and does not want to have the strengths of Sinner influenced.

These French Open could not only mean another title for Djokovic, but also mark his return to the head of tennis. With a view to the terrific history of the Grand Slam, in which Djokovic has already celebrated numerous successes, it remains to be seen whether he can prove his skills again and secure a place in the annals of tennis. Historically, he brought outstanding achievements at each of the four major tournaments, the Australian Open, the French Open, Wimbledon and the US Open and repeatedly demonstrated his skills.

The next challenge for Djokovic is now pending, and all eyes will be aimed at him while he is against Sinner.

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