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Norrie Draws Djokovic for US Open Night Session as Questions Grow Over Serb’s Form

Analysts see an opening for the Brit given Djokovic’s recent struggles.

Overview

  • Cameron Norrie reached the third round by beating Francisco Comesana and will face Novak Djokovic on Arthur Ashe at midnight UK time (7pm local).
  • Djokovic advanced but looked below par, taking a medical timeout for a foot issue in his opener and dropping a set to Zachary Svajda in round two.
  • Norrie is 0-6 against Djokovic across their previous meetings, with only two sets won, though this will be their first match on an outdoor hard court.
  • Tim Henman highlighted Norrie’s effective net play, noting he won about 70% of points when coming forward, while Andy Roddick said Norrie’s fitness could test Djokovic.
  • Norrie says he aims to make the match physical and notes it will be his first appearance on Arthur Ashe, framing this as a better opportunity than past meetings.