Novak Djokovic vs Aleksandar Kovacevic Preview & Prediction | 2026 Indian Wells Open (BNP Paribas Open) | Third Round

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Novak Djokovic meets Aleksandar Kovacevic in the third round of the 2026 BNP Paribas Open at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden.

Ranking points: ATP 1000

Start date/time:

Venue: Indian Wells Tennis Garden, Indian Wells, USA

Surface: Outdoor hard

How to watch on TV: UK – Sky Sports Tennis / USA – Tennis Channel

How to watch online: UK – Sky Go / USA – Tennis Channel

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Novak Djokovic vs Aleksandar Kovacevic prediction

Novak Djokovic overcame a rusty start to progress to the third round at Indian Wells.

The Serb turned on the after burners to claim a 4-6 6-1 6-2 victory over Kamil Majchrzak. 

The third seed will now face Aleksandar Kovacevic for the second time after the American powered past Corentin Moutet 6-1 6-4. 

Djokovic won in straight sets when they locked horns at the 2023 French Open and despite always being up on a pedestal for underdogs to throw their best at, when it comes to the crunch, he will be too strong for the world number 72 here. 

Novak Djokovic vs Aleksandar Kovacevic tip: Novak Djokovic to win