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Djokovic and Sabalenka face Fernandez and Tiafoe in mixed doubles opener

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Last updated Aug 24, 2026

Djokovic and Sabalenka face Fernandez and Tiafoe in mixed doubles opener

Summary

Novak Djokovic and Aryna Sabalenka will compete against Leylah Fernandez and Frances Tiafoe in their mixed doubles opener at the US Open on August 25. Both teams have contrasting strengths, with Djokovic's elite returns and Sabalenka's powerful serves facing Fernandez's quick play and Tiafoe's athleticism. The match will take place at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, although specific court assignments and start times remain unannounced. The winning team will advance to face either Alex Eala and Felix Auger-Aliassime or Elina Svitolina and Gael Monfils later in the day.

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By the Numbers

•Djokovic and Sabalenka are the tournament's No. 1 seeds.
•Event begins at 10 a.m. ET at the National Tennis Center.
•Sabalenka's serve and Djokovic’s returns could be decisive.
•Fernandez's left-handed serve poses potential challenges.
•Winning team plays again on the same day in the next round.

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