Novak Djokovic moved closer to record-breaking 25th Grand Slam title with a remarkable comeback victory over World No. 3 Carlos Alcaraz in the quarterfinals of the 2025 Australian Open.
Despite dropping the opening set and battling through an injury, the Serbian legend showcased his trademark resilience, overpowering Alcaraz in the next three sets to book his place in the semifinals.
The 37-year-old will face next Alexander Zverev, who secured his second Australian Open semifinal berth by defeating World No. 12 Tommy Paul.
Here is everything you need to know about Novak Djokovic vs. Alexander Zverev, including TV and streaming options for the match.
Where to watch Novak Djokovic vs. Alexander Zverev: TV channel, live stream
- TV channel: Tennis Channel, ESPN
- Live stream: Fubo, ESPN+
Novak Djokovic vs. Alexander Zverev will air on ESPN and Tennis Channel nationally. Tennis fans can also stream the match on Fubo and ESPN+.
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Novak Djokovic vs. Alexander Zverev start time
- Date: Thursday, January 23
- Time: 10:30 p.m. ET
- Round: Semifinal
- Court/Surface: Rod Lever Arena, Hard
Novak Djokovic is set to face German star Alexander Zverev in the semifinal of the hard-court major at Melbourne Park on Thursday, January 23. The match is scheduled to start at 10:30 p.m. ET.
Novak Djokovic vs. Alexander Zverev Australian Open history
Here is how far Novak Djokovic and Alexander Zverev have advanced each year at the Australian Open:
Novak Djokovic
| Year | Singles | Doubles |
| 2024 | Semifinals | – |
| 2023 | Winner | – |
| 2021 | Winner | – |
| 2020 | Winner | – |
| 2019 | Winner | – |
| 2018 | Fourth Round | – |
| 2017 | Second Round | – |
| 2016 | Winner | – |
| 2015 | Winner | – |
| 2014 | Quarterfinals | – |
| 2013 | Winner | – |
| 2012 | Winner | – |
| 2011 | Winner | – |
| 2010 | Quarterfinals | – |
| 2009 | Quarterfinals | – |
| 2008 | Winner | – |
| 2007 | Fourth Round | First Round |
| 2006 | First Round | First Round |
| 2005 | First Round | – |
Alexander Zverev
| Year | Singles | Doubles |
| 2024 | Semifinals | – |
| 2023 | Second Round | – |
| 2022 | Fourth Round | – |
| 2021 | Quarterfinals | – |
| 2020 | Semifinals | – |
| 2019 | Fourth Round | – |
| 2018 | Third Round | – |
| 2017 | Third Round | – |
| 2016 | First Round | – |
Australian Open 2025 schedule
The first round of matches at the Australian Open 2025 got underway on Sunday, January 12. The tournament will conclude on Sunday, January 26.
| Date | Events |
| Sunday, January 12 | Men’s & Women’s 1st Round |
| Monday, January 13 | Men’s & Women’s 1st Round |
| Tuesday, January 14 | Men’s & Women’s 1st Round |
| Wednesday, January 15 | Men’s & Women’s 2nd Round |
| Thursday, January 16 | Men’s & Women’s 2nd Round |
| Friday, January 17 | Men’s & Women’s 3rd Round |
| Saturday, January 18 | Men’s & Women’s 3rd Round |
| Sunday, January 19 | Men’s & Women’s 4th Round |
| Monday, January 20 | Men’s & Women’s 4th Round |
| Tuesday, January 21 | Men’s & Women’s Quarterfinals |
| Wednesday, January 22 | Men’s & Women’s Quarterfinals |
| Thursday, January 23 | Women’s Semifinals |
| Friday, January 24 | Men’s Semifinals |
| Saturday, January 25 | Women’s Singles Final, Men’s Doubles Final |
| Sunday, January 26 | Women’s Doubles Final, Men’s Singles Final |
