Mon Mar 31 05:35:03 UTC 2025: ## Czech Teenager Upsets Djokovic in Miami Open Final
**Miami Gardens, FL –** Nineteen-year-old Jakub Mensik of the Czech Republic secured his first ATP title, defeating world number one Novak Djokovic in a thrilling straight-sets victory at the Miami Open final on Sunday. The match, delayed several times due to rain, concluded with a 7-6(4), 7-6(4) win for Mensik, preventing Djokovic from achieving his 100th career ATP title.
Despite the loss, Djokovic, who was aiming to join an elite group of players with 100 or more titles, expressed his happiness for his former protégé. He praised Mensik’s complete game, powerful serve, and precise backhand, highlighting the young player’s significant improvement since training together in Belgrade in 2022. Djokovic predicted a bright future for Mensik, noting his potential for further growth. Mensik becomes the second-youngest Miami Open champion since Carlos Alcaraz’s win in 2022. The Serbian star attributed his defeat partly to the unusual circumstances of the match, including the rain delays and the two tie-break sets, but ultimately gave full credit to his opponent’s impressive performance.
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