Novak Djokovic faces Ugo Humbert in Basel Open first round
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 27, 2026, 12:00 AM
Last updated Oct 27, 2026
Novak Djokovic is scheduled to play Ugo Humbert in the first round of the Basel Open on October 27, 2026. This marks Djokovic's return to the tournament for the first time since 2011. The 24-time major champion previously defeated Humbert in their only meeting at the 2019 Wimbledon Championships, winning in straight sets. If Djokovic wins, he could meet Yannick Hanfmann or Jan-Lennard Struff in the second round. He may face Casper Ruud later in the tournament, against whom he holds a 5-1 record.
- •Djokovic last competed in Basel Open in 2011.
- •He has a 1-0 record against Humbert, winning at Wimbledon in 2019.
- •Humbert is currently ranked 38th in the world.
- •Djokovic could face Struff or Hanfmann next if he wins.
- •Ruud is a potential later opponent for Djokovic in the tournament.
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"Novak Djokovic is set to compete in the Basel Open for the first time since 2011. Djokovic, who is competing for an ATP Finals spot...
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