In the upcoming 2023 US Open quarterfinals, tennis superstar Novak Djokovic, who has an impressive 23 Grand Slam titles under his belt, is all set to face off against the 9th-ranked player in the world, Taylor Fritz. The match is scheduled to kick off at approximately 7 AM IST.
Djokovic has been on a mission to capture his 24th Major championship. He began his journey by defeating Alexandre Muller, Bernabe Zapata Miralles, and Laslo Djere. In the fourth round, he squared off against the determined qualifier, Borna Gojo.
Novak Djokovic and Taylor Fritz Road to Quarters
In their match, Djokovic displayed his dominance in the first set, breaking Gojo's serve twice to secure the set. The second set proved to be a tougher challenge, as Djokovic had to come from behind to win it. The tennis betting sites have amazing odds for this game.
The pivotal moment came in the third set when Djokovic secured a crucial break in the seventh game, putting him ahead at 4-3. Although he missed a match point while Gojo was serving at 5-3, he sealed the victory in the next game, ultimately winning with scores of 6-2, 7-5, 6-4.
On the other side of the court, Taylor Fritz earned his spot in the quarterfinals with victories over Steve Johnson, Juan Pablo Varillas, and Jacub Mensik. He faced off against qualifier Dominic Stricker in the fourth round, and the first set was a tightly contested battle, with Fritz narrowly taking it in a tie-break.
The following two sets saw Fritz break his opponent's serve once in each set, securing a 7-6 (2), 6-4, 6-4 victory. This marks Fritz's first-ever quarterfinal appearance at the US Open and only the second time in his career that he has reached this stage at a Grand Slam event.
Head to Head
Novak Djokovic holds a dominant 7-0 lead in his head-to-head matchups against Taylor Fritz. Their most recent encounter took place at the 2023 Western & Southern Open, where Djokovic emerged victorious in straight sets. This impressive track record certainly adds an intriguing element to their upcoming clash at the 2023 US Open quarterfinals, as Fritz will be aiming to beat the streak and make history.
Current Form
Djokovic has advanced to his 57th Grand Slam quarter-final. He secured this berth with a commanding straight-sets victory over Croatian qualifier Borna Gojo. His next challenge in the last eight will be none other than the top-ranked American, Taylor Fritz.
Djokovic's journey to this point has been nothing short of captivating. After a thrilling comeback from a two-set deficit in his third-round match against fellow Serb Laslo Djere, the 36-year-old Serbian legend showed no mercy in his encounter with Gojo. He is on a mission to claim his 24th Grand Slam title, which would equal the all-time record.
On the American front, Taylor Fritz joins a notable trio of US men who have secured their spots in the quarter-finals at the 2023 US Open. Alongside Fritz, Frances Tiafoe and unseeded Ben Shelton have also emerged victorious in their fourth-round matches.
Taylor Fritz vs Novak Djokovic Prediction
Djokovic's recent form and ability to handle pressure in crucial moments make him a strong favourite in this match. He has consistently performed well at Grand Slam events and is on a quest of 24 Grand Slam titles. On the other hand, Taylor Fritz has shown resilience and determination throughout this tournament. In this match, Djokovic's experience and skill level might take him to semis without any hassle.
Betting Tips
Here are some useful US Open Betting tips for Taylor Fritz vs Novak Djokovic:
🎾Total games to over 31.5: 1.47
🎾Taylor Fritz to win a set: 1.76
🎾Novak Djokovic to win 3-1: 3.25
