Nitto ATP Finals 2020: Novak Djokovic vs Alexander Zverev Preview, Head-to-Head and Prediction


Nitto ATP Finals 2020: Novak Djokovic vs Alexander Zverev Preview, Head-to-Head and Prediction
Novak Djokovic vs Alexander Zverev

The World No.1 Novak Djokovic will clash against the World No.7 Alexander Zverev at the Nitto ATP Finals 2020. Whomsoever of the duo succeeds in this battle will secure a spot in the semi-finals of this coveted event.

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Match Details:

  • Date: 20th November, 2020
  • Tournament: Nitto ATP Finals 2020
  • Fixture: Novak Djokovic vs Alexander Zverev
  • Venue: London, United Kingdom
  • Category: ATP Finals
  • Surface: Indoor Hard-Court
  • Prize Money: $5,700,000

Novak Djokovic vs Alexander Zverev: Match Preview

Novak Djokovic

5-time ATP Finals champion, Novak Djokovic is looking to level up with Andrey Rublev for the most no.of titles in 2020. Further, the Serb downed Diego Schwartzman 6-3, 6-2 in the first Round Robin match. Then, in the most surprising turn of events, the 33-year-old lost his clash against Daniil Medvedev 3-6, 3-6. A lot is at stake for Nole, as if he succeeds to claim this title at The O2, he will equal Roger Federer’s record.

World No.7 Alexander Zverev is the 2018 Nitto ATP Finals champion. Moreover, after a lifting 2 consecutive titles in Cologne, he is aiming to bag a third one. The German suffered a first round defeat against Medvedev 6-3, 6-4. However, he brought his tally up to 1-1 with a win over Schwartzman 6-3, 4-6, 6-3. 

Novak Djokovic vs Alexander Zverev: Head-to-Head

Alexander Zverev

This duo has clashed on 5 occasions. As of today, their head-to-head record stands at 3-2, in Djokovic’s favour.

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Their last meeting came about in the quarter-finals of Roland Garros 2019. Nole won this battle 7-5, 6-2, 6-2.

Novak Djokovic vs Alexander Zverev: Match Prediction

Novak Djokovic

The duel tomorrow will either aid Novak in solidifying his lead, or will enable Zverev to catch up with his adversary. Hence, Djokovic will be looking to assert his dominance over the 23-year-old. Both will aim to execute their tactics successfully. However, Novak current form and record renders him the favourite. He is going to prevail over Zverev and continue the bid for his 6th ATP Finals title.

Match Prediction: Novak destroys Zverev in straight-sets.

Also Read: Nitto ATP Finals 2020: Daniil Medvedev vs Diego Schwartzman Preview, Head-to-Head and Prediction

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