Novak Djokovic Suffers Historic First-Round Exit at US Open
POLICY WIRE — New York, USA — Novak Djokovic, the 24-time Grand Slam champion, experienced a shocking first-round exit at the US Open, losing to Mariano Navone of Argentina in a five-set thriller....
POLICY WIRE — New York, USA — Novak Djokovic, the 24-time Grand Slam champion, experienced a shocking first-round exit at the US Open, losing to Mariano Navone of Argentina in a five-set thriller. The final score was 7-6 (5), 5-7, 4-6, 6-2, 6-1.
The match, which lasted four hours and 36 minutes, marked the longest opening match of a Grand Slam in Djokovic’s career. It was also his earliest exit in a Grand Slam in two decades, dating back to the 2006 Australian Open.
Djokovic, 39, struggled with physical and internal ailments throughout the match. He vomited at least once and appeared to be cramping, requiring medical attention between sets. Despite these challenges, Djokovic managed to win the second and third sets but ultimately succumbed to Navone’s relentless play.
Navone, a 25-year-old from Argentina, secured his first five-set victory, calling it a dream come true. He idolized Djokovic growing up and was not intimidated by the challenge of facing tennis’ most decorated player.
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Djokovic’s defeat raises questions about his future in Grand Slam tournaments. After the match, he expressed uncertainty about how far he can continue playing under his current physical condition.
Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)
