Novak Djokovic made a stunning comeback to defeat Carlos Alcaraz in the Australian Open quarterfinals, winning 4-6, 6-4, 6-3, 6-4. The match lasted three hours and 37 minutes, solidifying Djokovic's place in his 12th semifinal in Melbourne and extending his record for Grand Slam semifinal appearances to 50. Despite struggling with a heavily strapped thigh and losing the first set, Djokovic increased his aggression and strategy to reclaim control, setting up a semifinal against Alexander Zverev, who also advanced after defeating Tommy Paul in a challenging match with multiple tiebreaks.
Djokovic fought back after losing the first set, winning 4-6, 6-4, 6-3, 6-4 against Alcaraz to advance to his 12th Melbourne semifinal.
In a vintage performance that lasted three hours and thirty-seven minutes, Djokovic not only conquered Alcaraz but also extended his record for Grand Slam semifinal appearances to 50.
The epic match included a medical timeout for Djokovic due to thigh issues, but he strategically adjusted his play to overcome the rising challenge from Alcaraz.
Next, Djokovic faces Zverev in the semifinals, who advanced after a tough match against Tommy Paul, highlighted by two tightly contested tiebreaks.
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