Djokovic and Hijikata meet at Paris Masters; Day 3 predictions circulate

Interest centers on Novak Djokovic facing Rinky Hijikata at the Paris Masters, after Djokovic reportedly beat Valentin Vacherot and Hijikata reportedly beat Darderi. Coverage includes match previews and live updates.

Timeline

1. 3 Nov, 20:16 UTCFirst appeared on ABC News
2. 4 Nov, 14:50 UTCPicked up on Google Trends
3. 4 Nov, 16:50 UTCATP Tour covers Hijikata's Djokovic meeting
4. 4 Nov, 16:50 UTCPredictions for Day 3 published

Top sources

• rinky hijikataGoogle Trends
• rinky hijikataGoogle Trends
• rinky hijikataGoogle Trends
• Djokovic breaks Paris Masters record and sets up clash with AussieABC News
• Djokovic at Paris Masters: Vacherot, Then Hijikata?srpske.rs
• Novak Djokovic’s ATP Finals hopes brought to stunning end in huge Paris shock against Rinky HijikataThe Independent
• Live: Novak Djokovic vs Rinky Hijikata Live : Paris Masters Open Live updatesPowell River Peak
• Tennis, ATP – Rolex Paris Masters 2026: Hijikata beats DarderiTennis Majors