Novak Djokovic is entering the US Open with the goal of securing his 25th Grand Slam title. The tennis star recently arrived in New York following a brief competitive stint after his semi-final appearance at Wimbledon. His preparation included a match at the Cincinnati Open, where he was defeated in his opening round by Thiago Agustín Tirante.

Djokovic noted that he struggled with the humidity during the Cincinnati tournament, which contributed to his early exit. However, he characterized the loss as a potential benefit, stating that it provided him with additional time to focus on his physical conditioning and recovery. He described himself as feeling "as best as I can be" heading into the final major of the year. The men’s draw is widely considered to be open, and Djokovic is positioning himself to capitalize on the opportunity to further his career record.