Djokovic, Fritz Reach US Open Quarterfinals, Set Historic Clash

Novak Djokovic has advanced to the US Open 2025 quarterfinals with a commanding straight-sets win over qualifier Jan-Lennard Struff, despite dealing with physical discomfort, setting a record as the oldest man in the Open Era to reach the quarterfinals of all four Grand Slams in a single season. Djokovic is chasing a record 25th Grand Slam title and will face the fourth seed Taylor Fritz, the last American man remaining, who has also dominated his fourth-round match to reach the quarters. Djokovic holds a dominant 10-0 head-to-head record against Fritz, but Fritz is determined to improve and break that streak, drawing inspiration from teammate Coco Gauff's ability to overcome a similar challenge. Predictive analytics give Djokovic a 66% chance of winning their upcoming match, with betting odds reflecting Djokovic as the favorite. Both players have demonstrated strong serving and aggressive baseline play, making their quarterfinal clash highly anticipated. Fritz acknowledges the need to become a better player to overcome Djokovic, highlighting the competitive and evolving nature of their rivalry.