Novak Djokovic looks to extend his perfect Beijing record when he meets China's Bu Yunchaokete in the second round. It is their first tour-level meeting.
Djokovic beat Nuno Borges 6-3, 7-6(2) in his opener, his first win since Wimbledon. He needed a medical timeout at 3-2 down in the second set but closed out the tiebreak convincingly. Physical durability is the one question mark, though his return and shot tolerance remain elite.
Bu beat Juan Manuel Cerundolo 6-2, 5-7, 6-4 in round one and will play with crowd support. He is at his best on hard courts and has a reputation for competing well in deciding sets, which makes him more dangerous than his ranking suggests. His serve and forehand can win quick points if he gets time.
Djokovic's advantage on break points saved and in pressure moments is large. Expect Bu to hold well early, then Djokovic to find returning angles and take control.
Prediction: Djokovic to win in straight sets. Confidence: high.