Mariano Navone vs Novak Djokovic, Live Streaming Online and TV Telecast in India, US Open 2026
Catch all the action of the US Open 2026 first-round match between four-time champion Novak Djokovic and rising star Mariano Navone. Find out where to watch the live streaming online and TV telecast in India on Star Sports Network and JioHotstar.
The US Open 2026 officially begins its main draw today, Sunday, August 30, with a packed schedule promising thrilling tennis action from Flushing Meadows, New York. One of the marquee matchups of Day 1 sees fourth-seeded Novak Djokovic taking on the unseeded Mariano Navone in a first-round encounter set to unfold under the bright lights of Arthur Ashe Stadium. This will be the first professional meeting between the two players, adding an element of unpredictability to the contest. Andy Roddick Birthday Special: Celebrating American Tennis Icon As Former US Open Winner Turns 44.
Where to Watch in India
For tennis enthusiasts in India, the US Open 2026, including the clash between Djokovic and Navone, will be exclusively available across the JioStar ecosystem. JioStar has secured the exclusive Indian broadcast and streaming rights for the US Open from 2025 through 2030.
- TV Telecast:Â Star Sports Network
- Live Streaming Online:Â JioHotstar app and website
Match Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | Novak Djokovic (4) vs Mariano Navone |
| Tournament | US Open Tennis Championships 2026 |
| Round | First Round (Round of 128) |
| Date | Sunday, August 30, 2026 |
| Venue | Arthur Ashe Stadium, USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, Queens, New York City |
| Start Time | 7:00 PM ET (August 30, 2026) |
| IST Time | 4:30 AM IST (August 31, 2026) |
Novak Djokovic, at 39 years old, enters the tournament as a four-time US Open champion, seeking his record-extending 25th Grand Slam title. His 2026 season has seen him maintain a strong 14-6 win-loss record, highlighted by reaching the Australian Open final and the Wimbledon semifinals. Despite a recent early exit at the Cincinnati Masters, Djokovic is known for peaking at Grand Slams and expresses confidence in his preparation for the US Open. Roger Federer Moved to Tears As Legend Enters Tennis Hall of Fame.
His opponent, 25-year-old Mariano Navone, has enjoyed a breakout 2026 season, marked by his maiden ATP title win at the Tiriac Open in Bucharest. Navone, currently ranked world No. 48, holds a 21-20 win-loss record this year, though his best results have primarily come on clay courts, with a 4-8 record on hard surfaces. He will be looking to cause a major upset against the seasoned Grand Slam veteran.
As Novak Djokovic begins his quest for another Grand Slam title against a challenging newcomer in Mariano Navone, this first-round match promises an intriguing start to the US Open 2026. Be sure to tune in via the official broadcasters to witness all the hard-court action live.
(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Aug 31, 2026 03:30 AM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).
