Overview

• Reilly Opelka defeated Novak Djokovic 7-6(6), 6-3 in the Brisbane International quarterfinals, delivering 16 aces and securing his first win against the Serbian legend.
• This marks the first time Djokovic has lost to an American player since 2016, and it halts his pursuit of a 100th ATP title ahead of the Australian Open starting January 12.
• Opelka, once ranked No. 17, is making a comeback after two years of injury setbacks, including hip and wrist surgeries, and is currently ranked 293rd in the world.
• Djokovic praised Opelka's performance, calling it well-deserved, while Opelka expressed admiration for Djokovic, citing his influence on the sport during Opelka's recovery period.
• Opelka advances to face France's Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard in the semifinals, while Djokovic turns his focus to the Australian Open, where he will be coached by Andy Murray.