Djokovic defeated Alcaraz and advanced to the Australian Open semi-finals, where his opponent will be Zverev, ranked second in the world. The match will take place on January 24th, and CCTV will broadcast this event live. Djokovic accepted an interview with host Correll, discussing the semi-final against Zverev. Djokovic mentioned that he has a promise with Zverev, stating that as long as he has not retired, Zverev will let him win at Grand Slam events. This promise brings endless imagination to the world and suggests that Djokovic's relationship with Zverev is not ordinary. You can think whatever you want. Regardless of the outcome after this promise, it is beautiful. Using such playful and relaxed words to subtly express his confidence in victory. Djokovic is very humorous, and such interviews are very interesting. Djokovic can maintain excellent technical skills in the tennis world for a long time, which is not only due to his talent but also the result of his long-term hard and systematic training. Who will make it to the final? If Djokovic can defeat Alcaraz, he can also defeat Zverev. Zverev has more weaknesses and is easier to deal with. At this stage of the game, everyone is tired. As for playing against Sinner, the outcome doesn't matter anymore. Stopping Alcaraz from winning his fifth Grand Slam is already a great victory. The semi-final against Zverev may be easier than playing against Alcaraz. Although he is limited by his physical condition, the chances of winning against Zverev should still be higher. He serves fiercely, but Zverev's play lacks…

World No. 2 German star Alexander Zverev once again demonstrated his formidable competitive prowess at the Australian Open men's singles quarterfinals, defeating world No. 11 American player Tommy Paul with a score of 7-6(1), 7-6(0), 2-6, 6-1, marking his third time advancing to the Australian Open semifinals. Zverev's victory marks his seventh consecutive win this season, keeping him undefeated in the current season. The 27-year-old German player showcased his tenacity throughout the match, particularly during the crucial tiebreakers where he was impeccable. In the first and second set tiebreakers, Zverev fully exploited his advantages, winning with overwhelming scores. However, as the match progressed, Zverev faced strong challenges from Paul, especially in the third set when Paul managed to claim a set, intensifying the tension of the match. After the match, Zverev commented, "I should have been trailing in two sets; he clearly outperformed me while I didn't play well." He emphasized his state in the fourth set, stating, "The fourth set was definitely my best performance; I'm thrilled to be back in the semifinals." This will be Zverev's ninth time reaching the semifinals of the four Grand Slam events, making him the active player with the most appearances in the semifinals without having won a Grand Slam title. In the upcoming matches, he will face either ten-time champion Novak Djokovic or Carlos Alcaraz, which will once again test his abilities and mental fortitude. There was a minor incident during the match that caught the audience's attention: at a critical moment, a feather fell onto the court, causing Zverev to make…

When it comes to the Greatest of All Time (GOAT) in the tennis world, people often first think of legendary players like Nadal and Federer. Their greatness is reflected not only in the number of Grand Slam titles they have won but also in the way they achieve victory and their attitude towards defeat. Now, Djokovic stands at the top of history with his record of 24 Grand Slam titles, seemingly uncontroversially becoming the central figure in this topic. Despite his achievements that others can only aspire to, Djokovic has yet to become the "GOAT" of the tennis world. Djokovic's achievements on the court are undoubtedly among the best in history. However, in the eyes of foreign media, to become the "Greatest of All Time (GOAT)," one cannot simply rely on court honors; personal charm and character are equally important criteria. So, why might Djokovic never be called the "Greatest of All Time (GOAT)"? Before discussing the reasons, let's look at Djokovic's career achievements. He has won 24 Grand Slam championships, a feat that currently tops the men's tennis rankings, surpassing his competitors Nadal and Federer by 2 and 4 Grand Slams respectively. Clearly, Djokovic's achievements are remarkable. On the court, he is almost invincible, with strong baseline combat capabilities, agile movement, and precise serving... These technical advantages make him a difficult opponent to beat. Djokovic's performance in matches is nearly perfect, so does his personality and character reach such a level of "perfection"? The label "GOAT" implies not only being unbeatable in terms of achievements but also representing character,…

Two-Level Reversal from 6-2 to 1-6! World No. 2 Sweeps 7-0 in Tiebreak, First Men's Singles Finalist at Australian Open Decided!‌ Beijing Time January 21st, 2025, the first men's singles semifinalist of the Australian Open has been decided. Second seed Zverev fought through four sets with a big score of 3-1 to eliminate American veteran Tommy Paul. This is his third time advancing to the Australian Open men's singles semifinals in two consecutive seasons and his ninth time overall in Grand Slam men's singles semifinals. Next, Zverev's semifinal opponent will be either Alcaraz or Djokovic.‌ Although Zverev is ranked second in the world, just behind world number one Sinner, he has a record of 0 wins and 2 losses against Tommy Paul, which puts him at an absolute disadvantage. That is to say, before this Australian Open men's singles semifinal, Zverev had never defeated today's opponent Tommy Paul since turning professional. In the first two sets, the 12th seed Tommy Paul lost a good opportunity. He was reversed by Zverev after taking the lead in breaking serve. Zverev saved set points at the end of both sets and broke Tommy Paul's serve to win the set, winning two tiebreaks with a score of 7-6, 7-1 in the first set tiebreak, and even more so with a 7-0 in the second set tiebreak! In the third set, it was still Tommy Paul who broke Zverev's serve first, and this time Tommy Paul finally did not continue to waste opportunities. He took the second break in the seventh game to expand the…

Recently, a decision by the national table tennis team has caused quite a stir: the Wang Chuqin fan club announced its dissolution. This news came as a shock to many fans - after all, Wang Chuqin is currently a hot new star in the table tennis world, and his fan club was once seen as a successful example of the commercialization of the national table tennis team. However, behind the dissolution, the national table tennis team has sent a clear signal: they are determined to completely sever ties with fan culture. So the question arises, why did the national table tennis team choose this moment to "cut off the arm"? Has fan culture really become the straw that broke the camel's back for this national sport? If you often browse Weibo or Xiaohongshu, you may notice a phenomenon: sports stars are being pushed to the forefront and troughs by fan culture. Once upon a time, the focus of table tennis events was "who won this tough battle," but now? Before a match even ends, social media is already in an uproar. Fans are supporting their favorite athletes on one side and attacking opponents on the other, even engaging in endless flame wars, which spread to the private lives of the athletes themselves. This entertainment-to-death atmosphere gradually turns healthy sports competition into an emotional venting ground. In fact, fan culture itself is not a "flood of beasts." It initially was just a way for fans to express their likes and support, but excessive emotionalization can lead to loss of control. For…

On January 19, the fourth round of the Australian Open men's singles competition took place. Novak Djokovic, the 10-time champion, faced off against Czech player Jiri Lehecka. Djokovic defeated Lehecka in straight sets with a score of 6-3/6-4/7-6(4), eliminating him from the tournament. This marks the 15th time Djokovic has advanced to the quarterfinals at the Australian Open and the 61st time he has reached the quarterfinals of a Grand Slam event in his career. Djokovic will now face Carlos Alcaraz in a highly anticipated match between two Grand Slam champions. Player Profiles:‌ Djokovic is currently ranked 7th in the world and is seeded 7th in this year's Australian Open men's singles. He has won 24 Grand Slam titles, including 10 at the Australian Open. In the first three rounds of this year's tournament, Djokovic successfully advanced to the round of 16 by defeating Barsova Reedy, Faria, and Mahachi. Lehecka is currently ranked 29th in the world and is seeded 24th in the Australian Open men's singles. His best performance in a Grand Slam was reaching the quarterfinals at the 2023 Australian Open. This year, Lehecka made it to the round of 16 for the third time in his career after defeating Chu Chenli, Gaston, and Bonsi. Head-to-Head Record:‌ The only previous meeting between Djokovic and Lehecka occurred during the 2024 United Cup group stage, where Djokovic emerged victorious in three sets. Match Recap:‌ In the first set, both players held their serves until the eighth game when Djokovic achieved a crucial break. He then successfully served out the set…

Australian Open Shocks Continue with World No. 5 and No. 6 Out, Alcaraz Aims for First Australian Open Title!‌ January 15, 2025, 15:44 Hua Sheng Sports The second round of the Australian Open singles is in full swing. In the women's singles, world number 1 Sabalenka and number 3 Gauff easily advanced to the third round in straight sets. Unfortunately, the fifth seed Zheng Qinwen lost 0-2 to German veteran Siegemund and was eliminated in the second round. On the men's side, Djokovic, Aka, and Zverev all advanced to the third round without any surprises. The first to take the court was the fifth seed Zheng Qinwen. Her opponent was the 64th-ranked German veteran Siegemund, whose best Grand Slam result was reaching the quarterfinals at the 2020 French Open and the third round at the Australian Open in 2016. This was their first career meeting. In the first set, Zheng Qinwen engaged in a fierce battle with Siegemund, eventually losing 6-7 (3) after a tiebreak, falling behind 0-1. In the second set, Zheng Qinwen's state clearly declined, and she quickly suffered a break by Siegemund, ultimately losing another set 3-6, resulting in the biggest upset since the start of the tournament with a score of 0-2. After the match, Zheng Qinwen stated that she still had an injury and played with slight pain, which occasionally affected her performance, but she had not fully recovered. However, she emphasized that this was not the reason for her loss; today, it was mainly due to not performing well on the spot. Last year,…

On January 15, Beijing time, a focus match in the second round of the 2025 Australian Tennis Open women's singles saw Chinese tennis star Zheng Qinwen lose 0-2 to German veteran Siegemund and was eliminated from the tournament. There were reports that Zheng Qinwen refused to shake hands with the umpire after the match due to a dispute over serving time during the game. Was this really the case? From the footage captured by netizens at the scene, it can be seen that Siegemund excitedly fell to the ground and covered her face in celebration after winning the match, while Zheng Qinwen walked up to shake hands with the umpire first. After that, Zheng Qinwen waited at the net and shook hands with Siegemund before leaving the court. Because the broadcast camera focused on Siegemund after her victory and did not capture the moment when Zheng Qinwen shook hands with the umpire, many netizens mistakenly thought that Zheng Qinwen was dissatisfied with the umpire due to the controversial call during the match and refused to shake hands after the game. Some extreme netizens even criticized Zheng Qinwen for being "unable to accept defeat." However, in fact, Zheng Qinwen not only shook hands with the umpire but also waited at the net to shake hands with her opponent Siegemund. The controversial call in the match against Siegemund was the first time in Zheng Qinwen's career that she was penalized for losing a serve. In fact, she was affected and made two double faults in that game, resulting in a break of…

1-3! Australian Open Sensation: World No. 6 Men's Singles Out, Another Top 8 Seed Falls After Zheng Qinwen Beijing time January 15th, the fourth day of the 2025 Australian Open has seen another major upset, with world number six men's singles player Casper Ruud eliminated after a four-set battle that ended in a 1-3 defeat to Czech rising star Jiri Lehecka! On this match day, following Zheng Qinwen, another top 8 seed in singles has fallen, with both Zheng and Ruud exiting in the second round of women's and men's singles respectively.‌ Ruud has reached the men's singles final at Grand Slam events three times - twice at the French Open and once at the US Open - but has lost all three finals to Rafael Nadal, Carlos Alcaraz, and Novak Djokovic, earning three runner-up finishes.‌ Last season, Ruud achieved his first victory over the world number one by defeating Djokovic at the Monte Carlo Masters and made it to the French Open semifinals for the third consecutive year. Despite not performing well in the other three Grand Slams, Ruud still managed to qualify for the year-end finals. At the year-end finals, Ruud ended his four-match losing streak against Alcaraz, advancing from the group stage to the semifinals, where he lost to eventual champion Sinner.‌ Entering the 2025 season, at the first Grand Slam event of the year, the Australian Open, Ruud competed as the sixth seed, placed in the men's singles 4/4 zone. Another top 8 seed in the same zone is world number two Alexander Zverev.‌ In the…

Alcaraz's serve has long been considered not powerful enough, to the point where some tennis experts have called out Ferrero, saying "Alcaraz needs to change his serve." Some even suggested that Roddick should be invited for a few weeks of specialized guidance. At the time, Ferrero remained unmoved, believing the timing was not right. Now, it may be time for a necessary change. Alcaraz revealed: "We know that serving is an area I need to improve, and we need to do something about it. The serve must be more precise, which I haven't been able to achieve before. "The new motion is more relaxed, much more relaxed, with a more flexible wrist, aiming to improve my timing on shots, and there's no pause when the racket reaches its highest point, making the entire motion smoother." He elaborated: "This will also affect certain aspects in matches, for example, I won't be as tense, and tension can take a toll on the body." In addition to changes in his serve, Alcaraz has also made adjustments to his racket, adding a 5-gram lead strip to the racket's neck to increase weight. Alcaraz said he feels good about the added weight, swinging it as freely as before, without any unusual sensations in his arm. He believes this change will be beneficial because it adds power to his shots, which is always useful for specific shots like receiving serves. Alcaraz's draw at the Australian Open is not easy. In the first round, he faces Shevchenko, and in the fourth round, he is likely to face…