Who Won Tennis Last Night? Djokovic Beats Alcaraz

By Sarah Miller · January 3, 2026

Novak Djokovic won the men's singles final at the 2025 China Open last night, defeating Carlos Alcaraz in a three-set thriller (6-4, 3-6, 6-3). This victory marks Djokovic's 98th ATP title and his fifth China Open crown, reinforcing his dominance on hard courts ahead of the upcoming Shanghai Masters.

Key Highlights from Last Night’s Tennis Final

The 2025 China Open concluded with one of the most anticipated matches of the season. Novak Djokovic claimed victory over rising star Carlos Alcaraz in Beijing, showcasing exceptional baseline control and mental resilience.

Match Overview

Djokovic secured his first title since winning the Australian Open in January 2025.
The match lasted two hours and 48 minutes under indoor hard court conditions.
Alcaraz fought back in the second set but faltered in key break points during the decider.
Djokovic converted 4 out of 7 break point opportunities, proving decisive in tight moments.

Djokovic vs. Alcaraz: Performance Breakdown

This clash featured contrasting styles—Djokovic’s precision and consistency versus Alcaraz’s explosive athleticism. Despite Alcaraz serving at 74% in the first set, unforced errors cost him crucial games.

Metric	Novak Djokovic	Carlos Alcaraz
First Serve Percentage	78%	71%
First Serve Points Won	82%	75%
Break Points Converted	4/7 (57%)	2/6 (33%)
Unforced Errors	18	29
Aces	6	8
Total Points Won	89	81

Table data source:1, 2

Djokovic maintained superior efficiency on first serve points and minimized unforced errors when it mattered most. His ability to neutralize Alcaraz’s aggression through extended rallies was pivotal in securing the third set.

Tournament Context and Season Implications

The 2025 China Open served as a critical warm-up for the ATP 1000 Shanghai Masters. With this win, Djokovic strengthens his position in the Race to Turin standings, now ranking No. 2 behind Jannik Sinner.

Why This Win Matters

Extends Djokovic’s head-to-head lead over Alcaraz to 6–4 in ATP finals.
Boosts confidence after a semifinal exit at US Open 2025.
Positions Djokovic as a top contender for the upcoming Shanghai Masters.
Further cements his legacy with 98 career titles—just two shy of Jimmy Connors’ 100.