Novak Djokovic In Major Distress! Serbian Star Collapses & Vomits On Court In Shocking Cincinnati Open Defeat | Video
Novak Djokovic’s Cincinnati Open campaign ended in stunning fashion as the 24-time Grand Slam champion suffered a shock 2-6, 6-4, 6-4 defeat to Argentina’s Thiago Agustin Tirante on Saturday. However, the result was overshadowed by Djokovic’s alarming physical struggles, with the Serbian appearing to battle the extreme heat and humidity before vomiting during the match. Djokovic made a commanding…
Novak Djokovic's pursuit of a record-breaking 25th Grand Slam title faced an unexpected hurdle at the Cincinnati Open. The 24-time champion, known for his relentless determination, was forced to withdraw from his match against Thiago Agustin Tirante due to extreme physical distress. The Serbian maestro, who had a commanding lead in the first set, began to visibly struggle in the second set, exhibiting signs of severe heat and humidity-related discomfort.
During a critical point of the match, Djokovic dropped to the court and requested immediate medical attention. As he was being treated, he was seen vomiting into a towel, a distressing sight for spectators. Despite his valiant effort to continue, Tirante, ranked 50th in the world, capitalized on Djokovic's weakened state, leveling the contest and ultimately securing a 6-4 victory in the deciding set.
Post-match, Djokovic revealed that his health issues, known to affect him in such conditions, were the primary cause of his collapse. This setback, his first since Wimbledon, raises concerns about his physical readiness for the US Open. For Tirante, the win marked a significant milestone, as he advanced to the next round after defeating tennis royalty.
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