Novak Djokovic knocked out of US Open in first round by Mariano Navone
Tennis star Novak Djokovic was eliminated in the first round of the U.S. Open by Mariano Navone after a grueling five-set match. Djokovic cited physical ailments, including illness and cramping, as major factors in his performance.
Why it matters
This is a significant upset in professional tennis, marking Djokovic's earliest exit from a Grand Slam tournament in two decades.
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NEW YORK (AP) — 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.
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