Alexander Zverev vs Novak Djokovic Betting Tips & Live Stream - Zverev to end Djokovic’s Unbeaten run in Beijing
Alexander Zverev faces Novak Djokovic in the 2026 ATP Beijing quarter-finals, and it’s shaping up to be an intense clash. Djokovic boasts an impeccable 31-0 record at the China Open, but Zverev, now World No.2 after two Grand Slam wins this year, appears in top form and has yet to be broken in Beijing. Djokovic, meanwhile, has recently slipped in form and dropped out of the Top 10. The recommendation is to back Zverev for a 2-1 win. You can watch the showdown live on Stake, with in-play betting available.
- Djokovic has a perfect 31-0 record at the China Open
- Zverev is World No.2 after winning 2 Grand Slams this year
- I am backing the German to come through in 3 sets
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Novak Djokovic has never been beaten in Beijing but has been struggling against top players in recent years. Alexander Zverev is one of those, the German to win this one in 3 sets.
| Alexander Zverev | Novak Djokovic | |
|---|---|---|
| Nationality | Germany | Serbia |
| Age | 29 (20 April 1997) | 39 (22 May 1987) |
| Height | 6'6" (1.98m) | 6'2" (1.88m) |
| Plays | Right-Handed | Right-Handed |
| Ranking | 2 | 11 |
| Career High | 2 (June 2022) | 1 (July 2011) |
| ATP Tour Titles | 26 | 101 |
| 2026 ATP Tour Titles | 2 | 0 |
| Grand Slam Titles | 2 | 24 |
| ATP Beijing Best Result | Semi-Finals (2017, 2019, 2023) | Winner (2009, 2010, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015) |
HTH
Novak Djokovic is 9-5 against Alexander Zverev, 11 of those encounters played on hard courts.
| Year | Event | Surface | Round | Winner | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | French Open | Clay | QF | Djokovic | 4-6 6-3 6-2 6-4 |
| 2025 | Australian Open | Hard | SF | Zverev | 7-6 0-0 RET |
| 2023 | Cincinnati Masters | Hard | SF | Djokovic | 7-6 7-5 |
| 2021 | ATP Tour Finals | Hard | SF | Zverev | 7-6 4-6 6-3 |
| 2021 | US Open | Hard | SF | Djokovic | 4-6 6-2 6-4 4-6 6-2 |
| 2021 | Tokyo Olympics | Hard | SF | Zverev | 1-6 6-3 6-1 |
| 2021 | Australian Open | Hard | QF | Djokovic | 6-7 6-2 6-4 7-6 |
| 2021 | ATP Cup | Hard | RR | Djokovic | 6-7 6-2 7-5 |
| 2020 | Tour Finals | Hard | RR | Djokovic | 6-3 7-6 |
| 2019 | French Open | Clay | QF | Djokovic | 7-5 6-2 6-2 |
| 2018 | ATP Tour Finals | Hard | F | Zverev | 6-4 6-3 |
| 2018 | ATP Tour Finals | Hard | RR | Djokovic | 6-4 6-1 |
| 2018 | Shanghai Masters | Hard | SF | Djokovic | 6-2 6-1 |
| 2017 | Rome Masters | Clay | F | Zverev | 6-4 6-3 |
Zverev Joins the Elite
Alexander Zverev won two Grand Slams this year, claiming the French Open, US Open and losing to Sinner in the Wimbledon final.
The German recently competed at the Laver Cup, losing to Alex de Minaur and defeating Learner Tien.
The 29-year-old has been serving strong in Beijing where he is yet to be broken. He has won 75% of his 2nd serves in both victories, 7-6 6-4 against Cameron Norrie and 6-0 6-3 over Juncheng Shang.
Djokovic Undefeated in Beijing
Novak Djokovic is still battling on the ATP Tour despite losing the race against father time. He recently dropped out of the Top 10 for the first time since 2018.
The 39-year-old lost to Jannik Sinner in the Wimbledon semi-finals, the start of a three match losing streak. He suffered a shock first round exit to Mariano Navone at the US Open.
The Serbian has an incredible record in Beijing where he has won all 31 matches. He beat Nuno Borges 6-3 7-6 in the first round before coming back to beat Bu Yunchaokete 4-6 7-6 6-2.
How to Watch Alexander Zverev vs Novak Djokovic Live
- Event: 2026 China Open
- Round: Quarter-Finals
- Date: Sunday 4 October
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Verdict
Alexander Zverev’s serve has been unstoppable in Beijing and Novak Djokovic was pushed all the way in the second round. I don’t think Djokovic will go down easy, but Zverev should have no problems going the distance.
Zverev Win 2-1
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