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Zverev stuns Djokovic to win Italian Open
German youngster Alexander Zverev stunned world number two Novak Djokovic in an Italian Open final 6-4 6-3 to win the title.
The 20 year-old is the youngest Masters event champion since Djokovic himself won the 2007 Miami Open.
He is currently ranked 17 in the world, but set to move into the top 10 at the release of the next rankings.
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“It’s such an honour being on the court against one of the best ever players,” said Zverev after the victory.
“If I have half the career Novak has had, I will be just fine.”
In response, Djokovic said, “You are definitely on a great path. You played fantastic and deserve it.”
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