Djokovic in tears during US Open first-round exit

Novak Djokovic, the 24-time Grand Slam champion, broke down in tears during his first-round defeat at the US Open by Argentina's Mariano Navone. The 39-year-old showed signs of physical exhaustion and emotional strain throughout the grueling match, which took place in a humid New York. Djokovic, who was seeded fourth, struggled to maintain his usual level of play and even had to vomit into a towel bin.

Despite his best efforts, Djokovic was unable to overcome the odds and lost the match 7-6 (7-5), 5-7, 4-6, 6-2, 6-1. This marked his first opening-round exit at the Flushing Meadows stadium and the first time he had lost in the first round of a Grand Slam tournament since 2006. Djokovic acknowledged the emotional toll of the defeat, stating, "I think it was obvious that it was an awful feeling on the court for me.

I don't want to take too much out of Mariano's win. Congrats to him, he's a nice guy and a fighter - but I didn't enjoy myself." The defeat ended Djokovic's bid for a record 25th Grand Slam singles title, and his struggles in the match raised questions about his declining physical abilities.