Novak Djokovic stages incredible comeback in thrilling US Open third round match against Laslo Djere
- Novak Djokovic defies the odds to defeat Laslo Djere in a five-set match and advance to the fourth round of the US Open
- The last time Djokovic found himself down 0-2, he managed to come back and defeat Roger Federer
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In a stunning display of resilience, Novak Djokovic battled back from a two-set deficit to defeat Laslo Djere 4-6, 4-6, 6-1, 6-1, 6-3 in an exhilarating third-round match at the US Open. This victory ensures Djokovic’s bid for a record-equalling 24th Grand Slam title remains alive, and prevents his earliest exit from the tournament since 2006.
The match began under the lights in Arthur Ashe Stadium on Friday night and continued well into the early hours of Saturday, concluding just after 1.30am. Djokovic’s comeback marked his eighth career victory after being two sets down, and he now boasts a commendable 38-11 record in five-set battles.
Having already won three of his men’s-record 23 Grand Slam titles at Flushing Meadows, Djokovic has a strong history at the US Open. He was unable to compete in the tournament last year due to travel restrictions related to COVID-19, but with the lifting of those rules in May, he returned to fight for another title.
Novak Djokovic survived a scare at the US Open after beating Laslo Djere in a five-set thriller
The second seed dropped the first two sets in New York before rallying back under the lights
Djere, the 32nd seed, fought fiercely against his compatriot Djokovic, but ultimately fell short in his quest to reach the fourth round of a major tournament for the first time. Both players are from Serbia and share a long history together, having practiced together, competed as doubles partners on tour, and represented their country in the Davis Cup.
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