Novak Djokovic gives verdict after overcoming Kyle Edmund to reach US Open third round

Novak Djokovic says he was delighted to come through a tricky test from Kyle Edmund after needing four sets to beat the British No 2.

In a cagey first set with no breaks of serve, Edmund played an excellent tiebreak and took the lead in the match.

But Edmund was unable to keep up the momentum and Djokovic upped his level to storm in front.

In humid conditions, the world No 1 had too much energy and quality for Edmund and completed a 6-7 6-3 6-4 6-2 win in over three hours.

When asked what adjustments he made after dropping the first set, Djokovic said: “Just staying there mentally.

“Obviously Kyle played a fantastic first set. I didn’t do much wrong, he served very well and was aggressive from the back of the court.

“Usually his forehand is a weapon but his backhand, especially in the first set, was very strong, very solid. It was anybody’s game really for a set-and-a-half.

“I got some break and after winning the second set I was more comfortable, I was returning better, starting to read his serve better and I was pleased with my serve as well.

“Overall, it was a very good test and I’m happy to get through.”

“If we are going to play on the centre court (Arthur Ashe), he’s a big server and there is not much breeze in here so that probably helps the server.

“[But] I like my chances in best of five [sets].”

source: express.co.uk