Novak Djokovic is advancing in the 2025 U.S. Open, but his thoughts are partly on his daughter Tara, who is celebrating her eighth birthday. After defeating Taylor Fritz in the quarterfinals, Djokovic noted that moving deeper into the tournament would mean missing his daughter’s special day.
Following his victory, Djokovic surprised the audience at New York’s Arthur Ashe Stadium with a dance performance inspired by the Netflix film *K‑Pop Demon Hunters*. The movie, which features the fictional K‑pop girl group HUNTR/X, has become quite popular. Djokovic’s routine was set to “Soda Pop” by the Saja Boys, a track currently ranked number five on Billboard’s Hot 100 singles chart.
The tennis star posted a photo of his dance on social media, dedicating it to Tara. He explained that he and his daughter often practice choreographies from the film at home, and this particular dance was one of their favorites. Djokovic hopes the performance will make his daughter smile when she sees it, offering a rare glimpse into his life beyond tennis and highlighting his close relationship with Tara.
The director of *K‑Pop Demon Hunters*, Maggie Kang, responded to Djokovic’s post, expressing surprise and gratitude for his support. Arden Cho, the voice of Rumi in the film, also reacted to the clip, praising his performance.
Djokovic’s win over Fritz improves his 2025 record to 31‑9 and secures his place in the semifinals of every major this season. He will face world No. 2 Carlos Alcaraz on Friday, September 5, in a highly anticipated match that promises to be a significant event in the tennis world, with fans eagerly awaiting the outcome.
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