Djokovic Overcomes Physical Challenge in Shanghai: Advances to Masters Quarterfinals

Djokovic Overcomes Physical Challenge in Shanghai

Tennis player Novak Djokovic, after a match marked by physical demands, managed to defeat Jaume Munar with scores of 6-3, 5-7, 6-2 in the Shanghai Masters. The match was played in conditions of heat and humidity that tested the endurance of both players. Djokovic, visibly affected after losing the second set, required medical assistance. After a long exchange that culminated in a forehand error, the Serbian tennis player collapsed on the court, showing signs of exhaustion. After receiving medical attention, Djokovic returned to the court and managed to break Munar’s serve at the beginning of the third set, taking advantage of an error by his opponent.

Tough day at the office. Very physically challenging.

Novak Djokovic

Djokovic, through his X account, shared his feelings about the match.

Djokovic’s post on X

https://platform.twitter.com/embed/Tweet.html?id=1975596930651799706

With this victory, Djokovic becomes the oldest player to reach the quarterfinals in an ATP Masters 1000 event, surpassing Roger Federer. The Serbian tennis player is seeking his 41st title in Masters tournaments, which would further solidify his legacy in tennis. In the next phase, Djokovic will face Zizou Bergs from Belgium. In another notable match, Holger Rune also managed to advance after a close game against Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard, with a final score of 6-4, 6-7 (7), 6-3.