Novak Djoković defeated Rafael Nadal 6-1, 6-4 at the Six Kings Slam, a 250-tier ATP event held on hard court in the round-robin phase on 19 October 2024. Djoković's dominance was evident from the opening set, which he secured with a single break of serve. The second set followed a similar pattern, with the Serbian champion maintaining control throughout to close out the match in straight sets. This victory underscores Djoković's continued mastery on hard courts and adds another chapter to their storied rivalry. The result positions Djoković favourably in the tournament's group stage.