Jakub Mensik Reveals What He Noticed About Novak Djokovic in Miami Final

Jakub Mensik stunned the tennis world by defeating Novak Djokovic in straight sets to win the Miami Open final, securing the biggest title of his young career. The 18-year-old Czech rising star held his nerve against the 24-time Grand Slam champion, producing a performance that left even seasoned analysts in awe.

After his historic victory, Mensik reflected on the final set, revealing what he noticed about Djokovic’s game and why he found the match “crazy.”

“Djokovic Was Trying to Change Something”

Speaking to reporters post-match, Mensik shared his observations about Djokovic’s approach in the final stages of their 7-6, 7-6 battle.

Mensik: “In the last few games, I could feel that he was trying to change something. He was making adjustments—maybe playing more aggressively, trying different angles—but I just stayed focused on my game plan.”

Despite Djokovic’s tactical shifts, Mensik remained composed and continued to dictate the pace of the match, ultimately closing it out in two tiebreaks.

What Was “Crazy” About the Match?

When asked what stood out to him the most, Mensik admitted he was shocked by the intensity of the battle.

Mensik: “The level of tennis was insane. I mean, it’s crazy to play Novak in a Masters final, and to go toe-to-toe with him for two hours—it’s something I’ll never forget.”

The Czech teenager also acknowledged the mental challenge of facing Djokovic, widely regarded as one of the toughest competitors in tennis history.

“He’s always present in every single point. I had to stay locked in, because even if I was ahead, he could turn it around at any moment.”

What’s Next for Mensik?

With his Miami Open title, Mensik has skyrocketed up the ATP rankings and established himself as one of the sport’s most exciting young talents.

His focus now shifts to the clay court season, where he’ll look to build on his breakthrough victory and continue his meteoric rise.