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Jan-Lennard Struff defeats Novak Djokovic in Swiss Indoor Basel

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 30, 2026, 12:18 AM

Last updated Oct 30, 2026

Jan-Lennard Struff defeats Novak Djokovic in Swiss Indoor Basel

Summary

Jan-Lennard Struff secured a spot in the quarter-finals of the Swiss Indoor Basel by defeating Novak Djokovic in a tightly contested match. Struff took the victory with a score of 6-7 (4-7), 7-5, 7-6 (7-5) after two hours and 36 minutes of play. The German player showcased an aggressive performance, hitting 27 aces and saving all six break points he faced. This victory marks a significant achievement for Struff, especially following his recent first Grand Slam quarter-final appearance at Wimbledon. Struff will now face Nuno Borges in the next round.

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By the Numbers

•Struff wins 6-7 (4-7), 7-5, 7-6 (7-5) against Djokovic
•Match lasted two hours and 36 minutes
•Struff recorded 27 aces and saved six break points
•Struff faces Nuno Borges in the quarter-finals
•Djokovic's loss impacts his ATP Finals qualification hopes

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12:18 AMYahoo Sports — Jan-Lennard Struff stuns Novak Djokovic in Switzerland

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Jan-Lennard Struff stunned Novak Djokovic to reach the quarter-final of the Swiss Indoor Basel. The 6-7 (4-7), 7-5, 7-6 (7-5) victory was one of the most significant wins of the German’s career as Djokovic was dispatched in two hours and 36 minutes.
— Yahoo Sports

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