US Open: Federer, Djokovic step closer to q'final showdown

There were few dull moments as Roger Federer took care of Nick Kyrgios in straight sets on Saturday at the US Open and stayed on course for a potential quarterfinal matchup with Novak Djokovic, who also won in straight sets, according to ESPN. Today, Federer takes on Australian John Millman for a spot in the quarterfinals. Djokovic was efficient in a 6-2, 6-3, 6-3 victory over No. 26 Richard Gasquet. He saved all five break points he faced and is now 13-1 for his career against Gasquet, including 11 wins in a row. Djokovic has won two of his 13 Grand Slam titles at Flushing Meadows. He faces 68th-ranked Joao Sousa of Portugal in the fourth round Monday. Win that, and a meeting with Federer could be next.

Novak Djokovic celebrates his victory Source: Getty Images