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Djokovic overcomes injury to stun Alcaraz in Melbourne
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Djokovic overcomes injury to stun Alcaraz in Melbourne

Novak Djokovic produced yet another scarcely-believable comeback to stun Carlos Alcaraz in a thriller and reach the Australian Open semi-finals. The 37-year-old Serb defied injury, age and ranking to win 4-6 6-4 6-3 6-4 against his 21-year-old opponent in Melbourne. "It was possibly one of the best matches of tournament on the men's side," said Djokovic. "It felt like a final of a Slam and I wish it was. We both gave it our all." Djokovic, going for a record-extending 11th men's singles title, limped around Rod Laver Arena at the end of the first set with a problem in his upper left leg. But, after going off court for treatment, he recovered impressively to continue his bid for a 25th Grand Slam triumph - which would be an all-time record. Djokovic played aggressively unt...