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Novak Djokovic extended his winning streak in Beijing to 30 matches with a hard-fought victory over Yunchaokete Bu. however, the match was characterized by Djokovic's physical strUggles, including repeated visits from the trainer to treat his abdomen and hip, raising questions about his durability ahead of the Shanghai Masters.
Djokovic Extends Beijing Winning Streak to 30-0, but Physical Frailty Emerges
Novak Djokovic has extended his unbeaten record in Beijing to 30 matches, but his victory over Yunchaokete Bu was marked by significant physical discomfort. the Serbian star, who had not played this tournament for 11 years, returned to a familiar court but faced a formidable challenge from the 25-year-old Chinese player.Set 1: Bu's Strategy Forces an Error-Prone Djokovic
The match began with Djokovic struggling to find his rhythm, appearing visibly tired and uncharacteristically error-prone. Bu capitalized on this, using angles to move Djokovic around the court and earning a break point at 3-3. Despite Djokovic saving the first three attempts, Bu eventually broke through,winning the set 6-4 and handing Djokovic his first-ever set loss in the Beijing tournament.
Set 2: A Brief Respite Followed by Medical Intervention
Djokovic started the second set strong, breaking Bu's serve immediately. However, his relief was short-lived as Bu broke back. this prompted Djokovic to call for a medical timeout to treat issues with his abdomen and hip, a procedure that has become increasingly frequent in his recent matches. The set remained close, with both players exchanging service breaks, leading to a tense tiebreak that Djokovic eventually won.
Set 3: Djokovic's Experience Overcomes Bu's Fatigue
In the final set, Djokovic's experience shOne through. He broke Bu's serve early on, and the Chinese player, visibly exhausted and perhaps disheartened by the crowd's support for Djokovic, failed to mount a serious comeback. Djokovic closed out the match with a decisive 6-2 victory, securing his 30th consecutive win at the China Open.
The Bigger Picture: Physical Concerns Heading into Shanghai
While the win keeps Djokovic's unbeaten Beijing streak intact, the frequency of his medical timeouts-he has called for assistance in nearly every tournament recently-is a cause for concern. As he prepares for the Shanghai Masters, his physical condition will undoubtedly be under close scrutiny,as he aims to maintain his high level of play without the body giving way.
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