Overview

• Zverev advanced to his seventh French Open quarterfinal without facing a physically demanding match.
• Djokovic secured his 100th ATP title in Geneva but arrives in Paris with fatigue from three straight weeks of competition.
• He has played eight matches and relies on blister dressings, shoulder massages, oxygen therapy and ice baths to sustain his condition.
• Former coach Boris Becker views Zverev’s youth and fitness as giving him a slight edge if the match goes five sets.
• Their 13 meetings have produced five Zverev wins, including Djokovic’s retirement loss in the 2025 Australian Open semifinal.