Novak Djokovic Press Conference | 2025 US Open Quarterfinal

Post-Match Condition & Recovery

• 💡 Novak Djokovic admits he doesn't feel "very fresh" after the quarterfinal match.
• 🎯 He emphasizes the importance of two days of rest and recovery to get his body in shape for the upcoming semifinals.
• 💪 Djokovic aims to be fit enough to play potentially five sets and perform his best.

Quarterfinal Against Taylor Fritz

• 🧠 Djokovic stated that Taylor Fritz was the better player in the second and third sets, and he had to "survive" and "grind" to win.
• ⚔️ He acknowledged not feeling his shots as well as in previous rounds, relying on heart and fight.
• ⚠️ Noted that Fritz's improved first serve percentage in later sets made it much more difficult to break him.
• 📈 Djokovic focused on staying in rallies and patiently waiting for opportunities, mixing up his play and coming to the net.

Semifinal Outlook & Strategy

• 🚀 Djokovic anticipates a challenging road ahead, acknowledging Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner as the "two best players in the world."
• 💪 He expresses his intent to "mess up the plans" of those expecting an Alcaraz-Sinner final, despite their dominant form.
• ✅ Highlights his consistency in Grand Slams this season, aiming to perform his best in big matches on a big stage.

Crucial Match Point Moments

• 💬 Djokovic was disappointed to drop two match points earlier, admitting he played "too conservatively" by waiting for Fritz's mistake.
• 🧩 He described changing his court positioning on the final point, which he believes might have contributed to Fritz's double fault, securing the victory.
• 👏 Praised the intensity and fight displayed in the last game, hoping the audience enjoyed the battle.