{
  "id": 1183662,
  "title": "Djokovic falls and vomits in heat in Cincinnati defeat, reveals health issue",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/16/djokovic-falls-and-vomits-in-heat-in-cincinnati-defeat-reveals-health",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-16T03:07:39.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Indian Express",
    "slug": "the-indian-express",
    "url": "https://indianexpress.com/article/sports/tennis/novak-djokovic-fall-vomit-heat-cincinnati-open-loss-health-issue-10835255/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Novak Djokovic, the 24-time Major winner, faced a challenging second-round match against Thiago Tirante at the Cincinnati Open on Saturday. The 39-year-old tennis star took a medical timeout during the second set and was observed vomiting into his towel after falling to his knees. Despite his best efforts, Djokovic ultimately lost the match 2-6, 4-6, 4-6.\n\nThis is the best win of my career, said Tirante, acknowledging the pressure of facing a legend like Djokovic. Djokovic, who had never missed a tournament since his debut in 2005, revealed that a recurring health condition worsens in severe heat and humidity, causing him discomfort and making the match more challenging.\n\nDuring a changeover, Djokovic appeared to be vomiting before receiving a medical timeout, causing him to express uncertainty about his return to the tournament next year. He stated, \"It s just a condition that I have, health-wise, that has been bothering me for the past couple of years. [It causes] a lot of issues, especially when it is humid and it is hot.\" Although Djokovic hopes to return, he acknowledged that it seems more likely that he won't.",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}