Novak Djokovic knocked out of US Open in first round by Mariano Navone
NEW YORK — Novak Djokovic grinded through physical and internal ailments, made one mistake after another and could not find what it took to beat a feisty, younger opponent who was not intimidated under the lights against tennis' most decorated player. The 39-year-old is out of the U.S. Open after a first-round defeat to Mariano Navone on Sunday night, losing 7-6 (5), 5-7, 4-6, 6-2, 6-1 in a…
Novak Djokovic, the 39-year-old tennis star, was eliminated in the first round of the US Open after a grueling five-set match against 24-year-old Mariano Navone. The Australian Open champion lost 7-6 (5), 5-7, 4-6, 6-2, 6-1, marking his earliest exit at a Grand Slam tournament in two decades. Djokovic struggled with physical and mental challenges throughout the match, vomiting and appearing to cramp up during the game.
He resorted to swallowing pills provided by a doctor and received a massage for his lower back during a medical timeout. The loss marked a stark contrast to his past successes, including his record 24 major titles.
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