United Cup 2024: Zhang Zhizhen vs Novak Djokovic; Preview, Head-to-Head, and Prediction

After ending the season on a high, Novak Djokovic is back again at the United Cup as Team Serbia will be taking on Team China. With a brilliant chance to start the season exactly at the place where he left off, the Serbian legend will be locking horns against the Chinese superpower of Zhang Zhizhen. This will also present him with a chance to prepare himself ahead of the upcoming Australian Open.

That being said, with the two stars locking horns against each other, who among the two poses a bigger threat to his opponent? Who could win this match? Let’s find out!

Novak Djokovic vs Zhang Zhizhen: Preview

In the year 2023, Djokovic produced one of the seasons of his career after he dominated in men’s tennis. He managed to secure three Grand Slam victories, two Masters titles, and triumph at the year-end championships at the ATP Finals. Not only this, but his success in Australia is also one of the things to consider as the Serbian star will be looking to play in front of the crowd that has given him the utmost love.

On the other hand, his opponent, Zhang Zhizhen produced his best performance at the

US Open this year where he managed to defeat Casper Rudd in an interesting battle. This also marked his first win against any top-5 player. Not only this, his performances this year also brought him close to the top 50 rankings in ATP. This year, he would be looking to come close to that and enter the top 50.

Djokovic vs Zhizhen: Head-to-head

When it comes to the head-to-head stats between the two players, it will be the first-ever meeting between the two players. So far, these two haven’t faced off against each other. With a chance to take an early lead in the head-to-head records, both the players will be looking to give their absolute best.

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Prediction: Novak Djokovic could secure an easy win over his Chinese opponent

As things stand, it would not be wrong to say that Novak Djokovic is clearly the dominant force between the two. His last season was a clear result of the dominance that he can show. Despite being 36, he is still a pure force to be dealt with. Thus, he will be the favorite going into the match.

However, if Zhnag wants to turn the table and bring the result in his favor, he will have to bring something out of the box for the Serbian legend. However, it is only time that will reveal who could possibly lay their hands on victory. What are your thoughts on this? Do let us know in the comments below, please!

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