Novak Djokovic came back from two sets down to beat his fellow Serbian compatriot Laslo Djere 4-6, 4-6, 6-1, 6-1, 6-3 to enter the last 16 of the US Open. The Serbian superstar rallied back from a two-set deficit to clinch victory, a feat that has become synonymous with his legendary career. As fans around the globe reacted to this extraordinary performance, it became the talk of the tennis world.
Tennis fans took to social media to express their surprise at the 36-year-old’s ability to still produce clutch performances in tough times. Fans’ hailed the Serbian’s mentality and praised his ability to keep producing such comebacks.
Novak Djokovic’s epic comeback at the US Open
In a thrilling match at the US Open, Novak Djokovic found himself trailing two sets to love, facing an in-form Djere, who had him on the ropes. However, demonstrating his unwavering determination and unrivaled skill, Djokovic clawed his way back into the match, eventually securing a victory that surprised many tennis fans.
Djokovic has made a habit of achieving such comebacks, and his ability to turn the tide of a match is nothing short of legendary. In recent years, the Serbian has orchestrated several remarkable recoveries from a two-set deficit, showcasing his mental fortitude and unmatched competitiveness on the Grand Slam stage. In the last four years, The Serbian superstar has beaten Musetti, Tsitsipas and Sinner after coming back from two sets down.
The Serbian was full of praise for Djere in his on-court interview and admitted that it is the best he has seen him play. Djokovic further added that he had a little pep talk in the mirror with myself in an attempt to life himself up.
“Actually I did. And I’m not lying, I did a pep talk in the mirror & kind of laughed at myself bc I was so agitated.. I had to force myself to lift myself up. It was one of the toughest matches I’ve played here in many years. Huge huge credit to Laslo for playing some of the best tennis I’ve ever seen him play.”
Fans and experts took to social media to express their amazement at Djokovic’s incredible comeback. Twitter was abuzz with reactions as tennis enthusiasts from around the world marveled at Djokovic’s ability to defy the odds and emerge victorious.
Tennis world reacts to latest Novak Djokovic win
As Djokovic’s triumph unfolded on the court, fans flooded social media platforms to share their astonishment and admiration. The sentiment was unanimous – Djokovic’s resilience is unmatched in the world of tennis. While some fans admired the Serbian for his resilience, others were thinking about Djokovic’s haters who would have had a field day if the Serb lost.
Djokovic haters going to sleep tonight traumatized by what they just saw pic.twitter.com/ILjTXpnT3c
— The Tennis Letter (@TheTennisLetter) September 2, 2023
At slams, Djokovic has won more matches in his career from two sets down than Djere has won from two sets up. #USOpen
— The Tennis Podcast (@TennisPodcast) September 2, 2023
Wtf happened in set 3 that Djere loses this now so easily? Which pills did Djoko take or did they threaten Djere he will never be allowed back home? Or he got paid to just win 2 sets to keep the myth of a not lopsided draw
— Doris (@Dorli_Wi) September 2, 2023
Djokovic has come back from 2 sets down four times in the last three years now. Victims: Musetti, Tsitsipas, Sinner, Djere.
The funny thing is if you watched the matches, you know Novak wasn’t really close to losing any of them.
— Gill Gross 🧋 (@Gill_Gross) September 2, 2023
What a comeback!
23-times Grand Slam champion Novak Djokovic comes back from two sets down for the 8th time in his career, beats (a great) Serbian #2 Laslo Djere 4-6, 4-6, 6-1, 6-1, 6-3 to reach the last 16 at the #USOpen once again. 1.32am.
Faces Borna Gojo on Sunday. pic.twitter.com/uM7EP0UKss
— José Morgado (@josemorgado) September 2, 2023
In 97 matches at the US Open, Novak Djokovic has come back from two sets down to win just twice.
Twelve years ago … and last night.#USOpen | @DjokerNole pic.twitter.com/PvpByTr8Hr
— Eurosport (@eurosport) September 2, 2023
Djokovic haters looking at Laslo Djere pic.twitter.com/0HARWgHE5I
— The Tennis Letter (@TheTennisLetter) September 2, 2023
Novak Djokovic is the Comeback King!
He never gives up, never surrenders.
In the end, he wins.
That is why is the greatest of all time. pic.twitter.com/2HyucMTEyI
— Danny 🐊 (@DjokovicFan_) September 2, 2023
Djokovic comebacks from two sets down:
2005 Wimbledon 2R – vs Garcia-Lopez
2011 US Open SF – vs Federer
2012 RG 4R – vs Seppi
2015 Wimbledon 4R – vs Anderson
2021 RG 4R – vs Musetti
2021 RG Final – vs Tsitsipas
2022 Wimbledon QF – vs Sinner
2023 #USOpen 3R – vs Djere— Tennis TV (@TennisTV) September 2, 2023
I feel sorry for all those haters of Djokovic who stayed up all night wanting to see him lose but instead got scenes like this…. 😂 pic.twitter.com/dvvKwraLpS
— Pavvy G (@pavyg) September 2, 2023
STAT: The last 3 events where Novak Djokovic won a match from 0-2, he went on to *win* the Major:
Wimbledon 2022 Vs Sinner 🏆
Roland Garros 2021 Vs Musetti/Tsitsipas 🏆
Wimbledon 2015 Vs Anderson 🏆
Will it be 4 in a row in just 9 days time? 🤔🇺🇸 pic.twitter.com/ugNnsMVivm
— Olly 🎾🇬🇧 (@Olly_Tennis_) September 2, 2023
100 – Novak Djokovic’s win over Laslo Djere was the 100th five-setter at Grand Slams in 2023. It is the sixth time since 2000 there have been 100 or more at Grand Slam events. Marathon.#USOPen #USOpen2023 | @usopen @atptour pic.twitter.com/b1qTYUHn5p
— OptaAce (@OptaAce) September 2, 2023
Novak Djokovic will face 105 ranked Borna Gojo from Serbia in the round of 16 clash. The 23 time Grand Slam winner will hope to make lightwork of his opponent as he aims for a record breaking 24th Grand Slam title.