Miami Open 2025 results: Novak Djokovic into third round with straight-set win
However, in its first match since 2019, the 37-year-old showed no signs of distraction as Hijikata was quickly dragged aside.
The 24-time Grand Slam champion broke the game in the second game, never looked back, winning his first set of love in 28 minutes.
In the second game, it was more of a game, but Djokovic dominated the tiebreak, bringing him close to the seventh Miami Open title.
“I’ve performed very well, and I mean from the beginning it’s very high level, I know exactly what I want to do tactically,” he said.
“Obviously, it’s just the first game, but the way I feel on the court and the way I play is really encouraging.”
