Novak Djokovic is safely into the second round of the 2024 US Open after beating Radu Albot in round one.
Emma Raducanu says Djokovic is the greatest player of all time, with the Serbian currently leading the way for men’s Grand Slam titles.
Djokovic has 24 major successes to his name, with four of his titles coming at the US Open, the last Grand Slam of the year.
Another title is certainly on the cards, with the 37-year-old making it past Radu Albot in the first round at Arthur Ashe Stadium.
Andy Roddick says Djokovic can win the US Open, with the Serbian off to a strong start after his 6-2, 6-2, 6-4 victory.
Novak Djokovic issues knee update after US Open first round win
But perhaps standing in the way of a 25th Grand Slam will be his recent knee struggles, which forced Djokovic to withdraw from the French Open.
He underwent surgery to repair a torn meniscus earlier this summer, but recovered in time to shine at Wimbledon and the Olympics.
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Speaking after his latest win, Djokovic issued an update on his knee, saying in a press conference: “The knee is fine, really I haven’t had any issues throughout the entire Olympic tournament and here. So touch wood it’s all good!”
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Djokovic headed into the event at Flushing Meadows as the defending champion, having beaten Daniil Medvedev in 2023.
The Serbian emerged victorious at Arthur Ashe Stadium 6-3, 7-6(7-5), 6-3, but did lose his latest final to Carlos Alcaraz at Wimbledon.
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But the veteran quickly got his revenge over the Spaniard, with Djokovic defeating Alcaraz in Paris to win an elusive Olympic gold medal.
He rightfully celebrated the success, but has since turned all of his focus onto defending his US Open crown.
But it won’t be an easy task for the second seed, who has been drawn to face compatriot Laslo Djere in round two.
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