Novak Djokovic books place in Shanghai Masters semi-final after downing Zizou Bergs | Flashscore.com
Novak Djokovic advanced to the Shanghai Masters semifinals by defeating Belgium’s Zizou Bergs in straight sets, 6-3, 7-5, despite physical struggles throughout the match. The 38-year-old Serbian, the highest-ranked player remaining in the draw, now faces tournament dark horse Valentin Vacherot, who stunned Holger Rune in the quarterfinals after losing the first set. Djokovic admitted that at times his level dipped and that his opponent showed flashes of brilliance. He also battled fatigue, heat, and even used an inhaler during the match, underlining the toll the week has taken on him. Breaks in both sets proved decisive: Djokovic secured a key break in the first, and in the second he broke for 6-5 before closing out the match as Bergs went long on match point. With this win, Djokovic moves one step closer to claiming his fifth Shanghai title.
The Key points
- Djokovic won 6-3, 7-5 to reach the Shanghai Masters semifinals.
- His opponent was Zizou Bergs, a talented Belgian ranked 44th.
- Next match: Djokovic vs. qualifier Valentin Vacherot.
- Vacherot had upset Holger Rune in a three-set battle.
- Djokovic struggled with exhaustion, heat and physical discomfort.
- He even used an inhaler mid-match to manage his condition.
- The 38-year-old is the highest seed still in the tournament.
- In the second set, Djokovic broke for 6-5 to seal victory.
- Bergs saved two match points but went long on the final one.
- This win puts Djokovic close to a potential fifth Shanghai title.
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