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Djokovic wins China Open after De Minaur retires injured

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Novak Djokovic claimed his 102nd career title at the China Open on Tuesday, his first trophy in just over a year. Alex de Minaur, 12 years younger than Djokovic, retired from the final with a left thigh problem while trailing 7-6 (7-3) 0-1. The China Open victory means Djokovic has now won at least one singles title for 21 consecutive years.

By BriefTea Editorial · 6 October 2026 at 20:11

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