Novak Djokovic launches his quest for a 24th Grand Slam singles title on Monday as the U.S. Open gets underway with the Serb needing only a first round victory to reclaim the world number one ranking.
The 36-year-old Serbian star makes a long-awaited return to the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center after missing the 2022 tournament due to his refusal to get vaccinated.
Second seed Djokovic headlines the night session on the 23,000-seater Arthur Ashe Stadium with what should be a straightforward opener against France's world number 84 Alexandre Muller.