It is unusual to think of Novak Djokovic as not being the favorite to win a French Open semifinal, given that his greatest clay-court rival Rafael Nadal has retired.

Djokovic produced a tactical masterclass to outmanoeuvre Alexander Zverev and reach his 13th French Open semi-final. Djokovic dropped serve in the opening game of the match but dominated Zverev from there and closed out a 4-6 6-2 6-3 6-4 victory in three hours. He said it proved that he can still beat the best in the world.

The French Open semifinals are set. On the men's side, Carlos Alcaraz will take on Lorenzo Musetti while Jannik Sinner will face Novak Djokovic. On the women's side, Aryna Sabalenka will match up against Iga Swiatek and Lois Boisson will square up against Coco Gauff.