Djokovic falls in Cincinnati heat in first match since Wimbledon
Thiago Agustin Tirante rallied past Novak Djokovic 2-6 6-4 6-4 at the Cincinnati Open on Saturday, as the Serbian struggled in the heat and required a medical timeout in a disappointing U.S. Open tune-up. Playing his first match since his Wimbledon semi-final defeat by Jannik Sinner, Djokovic swept through the opening set of the second-round match before the stifling humidity began to affect him…
Thiago Agustin Tirante defeated Novak Djokovic 2-6, 6-4, 6-4 in a Cincinnati Open match on Saturday. The Serbian struggled in the heat, necessitating a medical timeout during the second round of his first appearance since Wimbledon's semi-final loss to Jannik Sinner. Djokovic dominated the first set, but the sweltering humidity began to impact him in the second set.
Midway through a grueling 18-minute third game, Djokovic collapsed to his knees, clutching his head as he attempted to cool down. After receiving treatment, he returned wearing fresh clothing, but his form deteriorated as they tied at 4-4. A volley from Tirante into the net gave him the crucial break, leading to Tirante's win and Djokovic's exit.
Sinner now stands between Djokovic and his record 25th major title at the upcoming French Open. The 39-year-old sought solace in his thoughts for his family and friends in Argentina. Djokovic aims to recover before the U.S. Open, where he targets his 25th Grand Slam singles victory.
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