Novak Djokovic has guided Serbia to the ultimate eight of the Davis Cup, maintaining his successful momentum after clinching the US Open on Sunday. Still undoubtedly fatigued following his excellent run at Flushing Meadows, the 36-year-old made mild work of Spaniard Alejandro Davidovich Fokina to assist his homeland advance.

French Open quarter-finalist Davidovich Fokina promised to supply a stern take a look at for Djokovic, who solely had a matter of days to refresh after clinching his twenty fourth profession Grand Slam title.

However, it was plain crusing for the Serb, as he received 6-3 6-4 to finish a 2-0 victory over Spain on Friday. By popping out on prime in Valencia, Serbia have booked their spot within the closing eight of the Davis Cup in Malaga this November.

"I'm on cloud nine, as you can say, with everything that has been happening lately on the tennis court," Djokovic defined after the match.

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"Obviously playing for Serbia, for my country, is something completely different. It's a huge responsibility and pressure, but also an incredible privilege and honour. I'm really glad that I was able to contribute with a crucial point to qualify for Malaga with this win."

Djokovic has been an unstoppable pressure since shedding within the Wimbledon closing to Carlos Alcaraz earlier this summer time - marking his first defeat on Centre Court for over a decade.

"I was very excited to play for [Spain's Davis Cup team] in Valencia," the teenager wrote on X earlier than Friday's showdown. "But I have to listen to my body after a very long tour. I need to stop and rest, physically and mentally.

"The calendar could be very demanding, there may be nonetheless loads of season left, and now I've to recharge my batteries. Good luck to the Spanish group! I might be supporting you strongly! Come on!"