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Djokovic Eyes Elusive 25th Major at US Open with Zverev as Main Hurdle
Jannik Sinner is injured and Carlos Alcaraz is returning from a layoff as Djokovic chases a 25th major and Alexander Zverev stands in his way.
- Novak Djokovic eyes a record 25th Grand Slam title at the U.S. Open in New York, seeking to surpass Margaret Court's all-time record despite lingering physical issues.
- Circumstances favor Djokovic as Jannik Sinner misses the event due to a knee injury and Carlos Alcaraz returns from more than four months out, though Alexander Zverev remains formidable after his French Open victory.
- Roger Federer believes Djokovic remains a contender, noting his ability to perform at the highest level. The Serb draws on "inat," a Serbian concept of stubbornness, as Djokovic said to prove doubters wrong.
- Strong American hopes rest on Canadian Open champion Ben Shelton and Cincinnati runner-up Frances Tiafoe, while last year's finalist Taylor Fritz targets ending a 23-year drought for a homegrown men's champion.
- Rising talents like Arthur Fils and Rafael Jodar look to make an impact in New York, while Felix Auger-Aliassime seeks to build on his joint-best major run from last year.
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