Djokovic Overcomes Neck Issue, Faces Fritz in US Open Quarterfinals

At the 2025 US Open, Taylor Fritz stands as the last American man in the singles draw and faces the daunting challenge of defeating Novak Djokovic in the quarterfinals to advance. Fritz has yet to beat Djokovic, holding a 0-10 head-to-head record, but has shown strong form, including a convincing win over Tomas Machac where he served 14 aces and maintained a high first-serve win percentage. Djokovic, despite dealing with neck discomfort and requiring multiple massages during his fourth-round match against qualifier Jan-Lennard Struff, delivered a dominant performance to reach his record 64th Grand Slam quarterfinal. Djokovic remains a formidable opponent and is aiming for a record-breaking 25th major title, but acknowledges the importance of focusing on one match at a time. Both players are preparing for their upcoming clash, with Djokovic expecting Fritz to try an aggressive approach, while Fritz feels he is closing the gap from previous encounters. The match sets up a high-stakes contest between the experienced 38-year-old Serbian and the ascending American talent.