Novak Djokovic cleared a major hurdle in pursuit of a fourth Roland-Garros title, defeating No. 3 Alexander Zverev 4-6, 6-3, 6-2, 6-4 in the quarterfinals on Wednesday in Paris.

A crucial moment arrived more than 2 1/2 hours into Novak Djokovic's 4-6, 6-3, 6-2, 6-4 French Open quarterfinal victory over Alexander Zverev. It was the fourth set, and Djokovic led, but Zverev was in possession of a break point and a chance to get back into Wednesday's match.

Novak Djokovic battles Alexander Zverev for a place in the French Open semi-finals and a date with World No 1 Jannik Sinner at Roland Garros. At 38, Djokovic has safely made it through to a record 19th French Open quarter-final but the 24-time grand slam champion will be aiming for more as he targets a fourth title at Roland Garros.