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Djokovic Opens US Open With Tien Win as Fitness Questions Surface

The 24-time major champion advanced in straight sets after receiving treatment for a right-foot blister.

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Tennis - U.S. Open - Flushing Meadows, New York, United States - August 24, 2025 Serbia's Novak Djokovic shakes hands with Learner Tien of the U.S. after winning his first round match REUTERS/Eduardo Munoz
Tennis - U.S. Open - Flushing Meadows, New York, United States - August 24, 2025 Serbia's Novak Djokovic in action during his first round match against Learner Tien of the U.S. REUTERS/Kylie Cooper
Tennis - U.S. Open - Flushing Meadows, New York, United States - August 24, 2025 Serbia's Novak Djokovic celebrates winning his first round match against Learner Tien of the U.S. REUTERS/Eduardo Munoz

Overview

  • Novak Djokovic beat 19-year-old Learner Tien 6-1, 7-6 (3), 6-2 in the Arthur Ashe Stadium night session to reach the second round.
  • Djokovic took a lengthy medical timeout for a bloodied blister on his right big toe, showed signs of fatigue, and received a time violation during the second-set tiebreak.
  • It was his first singles match since the Wimbledon semifinals after skipping Toronto and Cincinnati to rest.
  • The seventh seed will face American qualifier Zachary Svajda in the next round, with the match expected Wednesday after two days of rest.
  • Tien’s profile continues to rise as the American works with Michael Chang and builds on a 2025 season that includes an Australian Open fourth round and Top-10 wins.