Novak Djokovic secures a significant victory against Grigor Dimitrov to advance to the Miami Open final.
Coming into the 2025 Miami Open with a streak of three losses, few expected the Serbian star to reach the final match.
Defying these expectations, Djokovic defeated Rinky Hijikata, Camilo Ugo Carabelli, Lorenzo Musetti, and Sebastian Korda to reach the semi-finals.
In the semi-final match, Djokovic also triumphed over Grigor Dimitrov, setting the stage for a compelling final against Czech newcomer Jakub Mensik.
Following his semi-final success, Djokovic attributed his strong service performance to improvements made in recent years and shared his views on how underrated his serve has been throughout his career.
Novak Djokovic: My Serve Has Always Been Underrated as He Reaches the Miami Open Final
In the post-match press conference, Djokovic emphasized his outstanding serving in the semi-finals, stating, “I missed about five or six serves in the entirety of the match, which is truly remarkable.” He noted the quicker playing conditions compared to previous years, asserting, “Having a powerful serve works immensely well here.”
How Does Djokovic’s Serve Compare to Others on the ATP Tour?
While Djokovic is confident about his serving prowess, he ranks within the top ten on the ATP Tour for Serve Rating over the past year, which evaluates various serving metrics. Currently, he is positioned just above rival Carlos Alcaraz with a Serve Rating of 284.6.
As the Miami Open final between Djokovic and Mensik approaches on March 30, the challenge awaits to see if Djokovic can maintain his impressive serving performance against Mensik’s elite serve.
