Dusan Lajovic vs Novak Djokovic — Banja Luka Quarter-final
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Lajovic D.Dusan Lajovic defeated Novak Djokovic 6-4 7-6 in the Banja Luka quarter-final on clay. The upset overturned the form book — Novak Djokovic came in ranked #8, leading the head-to-head 2–0. Dusan Lajovic claimed a first win over Novak Djokovic in three meetings, narrowing the head-to-head to 2–1.
Key context
- Match story: Dusan Lajovic edged Novak Djokovic in two tight sets (6–4 7–6).
Head to head
0–2| Date | Tournament | Round | Surface | Winner | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018-04-16 | Monte Carlo Masters | R64 | clay | Novak Djokovic | 6-0 6-1 |
| 2015-01-05 | Doha | R32 | hard | Novak Djokovic | 6-2 6-1 |
Serve vs return
This seasonEach player's serve crossed against the other's return, converted to expected hold of serve. Recent completed matches, ATP, WTA & Challenger. About
Statistics
This seasonAverages over each player's completed matches in the selected window (195 vs 166). ATP, WTA & Challenger.
Clutch
Under pressurePerformance in the biggest moments — break points, deciding sets and tiebreaks (0–100, higher is better). About
Umpiry Score
Pre-matchThe Umpiry Score combines match-context factors — matchup, form, fatigue, travel and motivation — into a single 0–10 score, updated daily. Read how it works.
Freshness
Recent loadLajovic D.: 12 days rest · 1 match (14d) · Djokovic N.: 2 days rest · 3 matches, 127 games (7d). Higher means fresher. About