US Open Tennis 2015 Men’s Final: Novak Djokovic vs. Roger Federer Preview

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Published: September 13, 2015

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One of the most prestigious bouts in men's tennis history adds another chapter Sunday afternoon at Arthur Ashe Stadium, as Novak Djokovic faces Roger Federer for the 14th time in a Grand Slam setting for their respective careers.

So much is on the line for the top-seeded Serbian, including a chance to win three out of four majors for the second time in his career—and the eighth time in tennis history. Of course for Federer, he's eyeing the ever-elusive 18th Grand Slam title that has produced a more than three-year wait.

Djokovic has already edged the Swiss challenger once in a Grand Slam final this year, but Federer won't go down without a fight. Here's a breakdown of the matchup.

 

2015 U.S. Open Men's Final Matchup: No. 1 Novak Djokovic vs. No. 2 Roger Federer

Date: Sunday, September 13

Time (ET): 4 p.m.

TV: ESPN

 

Djokovic vs. Federer Preview

You have to search far and wide across the ATP Tour to find anyone with a winning record against Djokovic, but Federer has held that very advantage for much of their careers. That could change Sunday.

Djokovic trails Federer head to head by a count of 21-20 heading into Sunday's match, but a victory from him would knot up the score. Much more importantly, it would give him Grand Slam title No. 10 and make him a three-time major winner in a season for the second time.

Things have been relatively easy for Djokovic throughout his tournament at Flushing Meadows, only needing an extra set against two Spanish challengers in the middle of the tournament. But Federer has been even better.

The Swiss maestro has failed to drop a set for the whole tournament, sweeping all of his opponents in straight sets and embarking on territory not encountered since 2010 as ESPN Stats & Info noted:



Of course, Federer will have hi...
Article Source: Bleacher Report - Tennis

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