World No. 1 Novak Djokovic continued his dominant form at the 2025 Shanghai Masters, advancing to the semi-finals with a straight-sets victory over Belgian star Zizou Bergs on Thursday.
Djokovic, who is chasing his sixth Shanghai title, triumphed 6–3, 7–5 in a match that showcased his trademark precision, powerful baseline play, and mental composure. Despite a spirited performance from Bergs, the Serbian legend proved too experienced, closing out the contest in just under two hours.
“I’m pleased with how I stayed consistent throughout the match,” Djokovic said in his post-match interview. “Zizou played some great tennis, but I focused on my serve and movement, and that made the difference.”
The win extends Djokovic’s winning streak in China, where he has historically performed well, and sets up a potential semi-final clash with Jannik Sinner or Alexander Zverev, depending on the results of the quarter-final fixtures.
Djokovic, now 38, continues to defy age and expectations, remaining a top contender in every major tournament he enters. His goal remains clear to finish the season as year-end world No. 1 and further extend his record-breaking list of ATP titles.
Meanwhile, rising stars like Carlos Alcaraz and Holger Rune have also impressed in this year’s Shanghai Masters, signaling a strong mix of youth and experience in the ATP Tour’s top ranks.
The tournament concludes this weekend, with fans anticipating another thrilling Djokovic performance as he seeks to lift the prestigious Shanghai trophy once again.
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