Novak Djokovic started his 19th US Open campaign with a 6-1, 7-6, 6-2 victory over Learnen Tien at Arthur Ashe Stadium. Thus, the Serb improved his brilliant first-round score at Majors to 78-2.
Novak's most recent first-round defeat came at the 2006 Australian Open! The Serb has won the next 75 matches at the beginning of the most notable events, extending his record and leaving Roger Federer on 65.
Djokovic has long been the standard of consistency in men's tennis, with his numbers at Majors backing that up in emphatic fashion. The Serb's ongoing record will take some beating in the decades to come!
Learner Tien 🇺🇸 a remporté 23 matchs sur le circuit principal.
Novak Djokovic 🇷🇸 a remporté 24 titres du Grand Chelem.
Voilà. C'est la stat. 📊pic.twitter.com/Uu2e5ec8Sx
— Jeu, Set et Maths (@JeuSetMaths) August 24, 2025
Novak's incredible record in the first-round Major duels reflects his ability to step onto the biggest stages fully focused from the opening ball, regardless of the rivals or conditions.
For nearly two decades, no opponent has been able to catch him off guard in the earliest stages at Majors. It remains a mission impossible even after Djokovic's 38th birthday, which highlights his incredible legacy.
The gap between Novak and Roger, his closest rival, illustrates how his mental sharpness and physical preparation have kept him hungry and competitive at the very top for two decades.
For Djokovic, these early-round triumphs often set the top for deeper runs and historic moments. For his rivals, it means there is simply no easy entry point versus a player who treats every Major appearance with the utmost seriousness.
Novak Djokovic, US Open 2025© Stream screenshot
At 38, the most decorated player of all time continues to display his everlasting class, acting as one of the greatest competitors our sport has ever seen! Novak had to dig deep against Learnen in the second set.
He claimed the opener in 24 minutes with a double break before experiencing a set point at 4-5 in the second set. The veteran saved it and clinched the tie break 7-3 to move closer to the finish line.
Djokovic provided four straight breaks in the third set to seal the deal in style and extend his brilliant streak to 75!
