Laver Cup: Novak Djokovic makes seamless return after Wimbledon triumph to down Frances Tiafoe

Novak Djokovic crushed Frances Tiafoe 6-2 6-3 at the Laver Cup at the O2 on Saturday night in his first match since winning Wimbledon this summer. The former world No.1 was backed by Bjorn Borg as well as the rest of the famous Big Four: Andy Murray, Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal.

Ad He was up against Frances Tiafoe, growing into his potential, for just the second time the pair had met. Laver CupHighlights: Fritz battles past Norrie in dramatic deciding tie-break3 HOURS AGO Djokovic played with power and precision that outstripped much — if not all — of what had come before in the recent two days.

Perhaps fresher than others due to his relatively limited activity as a result of his stance on Covid-19 vaccination, the Serbian raced into a 4-1 lead in the first set, and another break followed another intimidatingly good service game as he carried the first set 6-1 with ease. In the second set, Djokovic broke immediately and then moved clear as the American struggled to upset the 35-year-old’s rhythm, but such was his dominance that he even had time to exchange a high five with Bjorg courtside.

Fritz defeats Norrie to draw Team World level with Team Europe 'Roger was always there' — Nadal opens up on special friendship with Federer 'Close to my heart' — Auger-Aliassime reveals what Federer said to him after final match At 5-3 in the second set, the pressure was on Tiafoe to serve to stay in the match, but he could resist Djokovic who broke to take victory. Speaking after his victory, Djokovic reflected on a confident return after months away.