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Novak Djokovic anticipates winning 2026 US Open starting August 23

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 4:35 PM

Last updated Aug 21, 2026

Novak Djokovic anticipates winning 2026 US Open starting August 23
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Novak Djokovic, aiming for his 25th Grand Slam title, has expressed confidence in winning the 2026 US Open, which begins on August 23. The Serbian last claimed a Grand Slam in 2023, tying Margaret Court's record with his 24th title at the same event. As he promotes his documentary, 'Novak Djokovic: The Wolf in Winter,' Djokovic acknowledged the strong competition from players like Carlos Alcaraz, Alexander Zverev, and Felix Auger-Aliassime. His fans hope to see him achieve this historic milestone.

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  • •Djokovic last won a Grand Slam in 2023 at the US Open.
  • •The 2026 US Open starts on August 23 in New York.
  • •He faces competitors including Alcaraz, Zverev, and Auger-Aliassime.
  • •Djokovic is promoting his documentary during the season's final major.
  • •This event marks Djokovic's continued pursuit of tennis history.
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Chasing a historic 25th Grand Slam title, Novak Djokovic has backed himself to win the 2026 US Open as he prepares for the final major of the season, which begins on August 23. Djokovic last won a Grand Slam in 2023 when he defeated Daniil Medvedev at the US Open to claim his record-tying 24th major title.

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