Zverev ends Djokovic's Golden Slam hopes with comeback win at Olympics

The world number one collapsed from a set and a break ahead as German fourth seed Zverev won 1-6, 6-3, 6-1 to set up a Sunday final against Russian Karen Khachanov.

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The 34-year-old Djokovic has never won the Olympic singles title. AFP PHOTO

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Novak Djokovic's bid for a calendar Golden Grand Slam was dramatically ended by Alexander Zverev in the Olympics men's singles semi-finals on Friday.

The world number one collapsed from a set

Zverev ends Djokovic's Golden Slam hopes with comeback win at Olympics

The world number one collapsed from a set and a break ahead as German fourth seed Zverev won 1-6, 6-3, 6-1 to set up a Sunday final against Russian Karen Khachanov.

The 34-year-old Djokovic has never won the Olympic singles title. AFP PHOTO

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