Novak Djoković defeated Laslo Djere 4–6, 4–6, 6–1, 6–1, 6–3 in the second round of the US Open on hard court on 1 September 2023, confirming his status as overwhelming pre-match favourite at odds of 1.02. Djere, a 30.68 underdog, competed competitively in the opening sets, winning both to take a two-set lead and suggest a potential upset. However, Djoković's experience and court control proved decisive as he swept the final three sets with commanding performances, dropping only four games across that sequence. The Serbian champion's ability to recover from a two-set deficit and dominate thereafter underscored his enduring quality at Grand Slams. The result maintained Djoković's progression through the draw as he pursued another major title at Flushing Meadows.