Overview

• Jakub Mensik claimed his first ATP Tour title at the 2025 Miami Open, defeating Novak Djokovic in straight sets to become the second-youngest champion in the tournament's history.
• Despite entering the tournament with a significant knee injury that nearly forced him to withdraw, Mensik advanced by defeating three top-eight opponents, including Jack Draper and Taylor Fritz.
• Mensik's victory propelled him to a career-high ranking of world number 24, marking a historic moment as the first Czech to win an ATP Masters 1000 event since 2005.
• Novak Djokovic, gracious in defeat, praised Mensik’s fearless playing style but saw his pursuit of a 100th ATP title delayed once again.
• Mensik faced criticism on social media after posting a photo with Jake Paul holding the Miami Open trophy, overshadowing some of the celebration of his breakthrough achievement.