Novak Djokovic vs. Zachary Svajda Prediction, Odds for US Open Second Round

Iain MacMillan | Aug 26, 2025

Novak Djokovic is a significant favorite against Zacchary Svajda on Wednesday. / Amber Searls-Imagn Images

Novak Djokovic entered the 2025 edition of the U.S. Open as the No. 7 seed, and he blew past Learner Tien in the first round, winning in straight sets.

Now, he'll face Zachary Svajda in the second round as he continues his bid for at least one more career Grand Slam title.

Let's dive into the odds and my prediction for this Round 2 matchup.

Novak Djokovic vs. Zachary Svajda Odds

Odds via FanDuel Sportsbook

Moneyline

• Novak Djokovic -1700
• Zachary Svajda +890

Total Games

• 32.5 (Over -110/Under -120)

Novak Djokovic vs. Zachary Svajda How to Watch

• Date: Wednesday, August 27
• Time: 11:30 a.m. EST
• How to Watch (TV): ESPN

Novak Djokovic: How They've Fared at U.S. Open

Djokovic has five career titles at the U.S. Open, with his latest coming two years ago in 2023.

There's no question he's still one of the best in the world, but he's also clearly lost a step, fallen clearly behind the likes of Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner. Still, it's worth noting that the U.S. Open has historically been his third-best Grand Slam, sporting an 87% win rate here compared to 89% at Wimbledon and 91% at the Australian Open.

Zachary Svajda: How They've Fared at U.S. Open

Zachary Svajda got his first Grand Slam win of his career in the opening round, when he defeated Zsombor Piros in straight sets. The 22-year-old has his work cut out for him in Round 1, but getting a first Grand Slam match win under his belt is a big step for the young Californian.

Novak Djokovic vs. Zachary Svajda Prediction and What the Odds Say

As you'd expect, Djokovic is set as a significant favorite in this match at -1700 odds. If you translate those odds to implied probability, he has a 94.44% chance of winning on Wednesday.

This will be the first time these two will face each other in their careers.

I have little doubt that Djokovic will win this match, but you probably don't want to lay the -1700 price tag on it. If you're looking for a bet that has more value, consider betting on Djokovic to win in straight sets at -150.

Svajda is early in his career, and winning his first Grand Slam match was a big step, but he's in over his head against a still dangerous Djokovic. He's already defeated his first opponent in straight sets, and I foresee a similar result in Round 2.

Pick: Novak Djokovic wins in straight sets (-150) via FanDuel

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