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Djokovic wins first match since Wimbledon in China

Djokovic wins first match since Wimbledon in China

Summary

Novak Djokovic won his first match at the China Open since 2015, beating Nuno Borges 6-3, 7-6. Despite dealing with a health issue and some physical discomfort during the match, Djokovic continued his unbeaten streak in Beijing and advanced to the second round.

Key Facts

  • Djokovic won his match against Nuno Borges with scores of 6-3, 7-6 (7-2).
  • This was Djokovic’s first appearance at the China Open since 2015.
  • He has won the China Open six times before and aims to win it a seventh time.
  • Djokovic has an underlying health condition that affects him in hot and humid conditions.
  • He took a medical timeout during the match for treatment on his right shoulder.
  • The match lasted one hour and 50 minutes.
  • Djokovic will play a second-round match against Chinese wildcard Bu Yunchaokete.
  • On the women’s side, Britain’s Katie Boulter won her first-round match and will face Karolina Muchova next.
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