Injury Forces Djokovic Out, Paves Way for Zverev vs. Sinner Australian Open Final

Novak Djokovic retired injured against Alexander Zverev, allowing the German player to advance to his first Australian Open final. Zverev will face defending champion Jannik Sinner after Sinner defeated Ben Shelton. The final promises a battle for the Norman Brookes Challenge Cup, with no clear favorite.

In a dramatic turn of events at the Australian Open, Novak Djokovic withdrew due to injury after losing the first set against Alexander Zverev. This unexpected move has propelled Zverev to his maiden Grand Slam final appearance, where he will face defending champion, Jannik Sinner.

The German, known for his tenacity, capitalized on this unforeseen opportunity. Meanwhile, Sinner overcame challenges to defeat Ben Shelton, securing his place for a shot at the Norman Brookes Challenge Cup. This sets an intriguing final with no definitive frontrunner.

Djokovic's retirement has sparked reactions across the tennis community. Zverev, calling for respect, highlighted Djokovic's contributions to the sport. As anticipation builds for the final, the tennis world watches to see who will emerge victorious on Sunday.

(With inputs from agencies.)