Novak Djokovic's pursuit of a 25th Grand Slam title ended in a five-set first-round defeat at the US Open to unseeded Argentinian Mariano Navone.
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Key facts
- Novak Djokovic was knocked out of the US Open in the first round.
- He lost in five sets to unseeded Argentinian player Mariano Navone.
- The defeat ends Djokovic's pursuit of a 25th Grand Slam title.
- The exit was marked by tears and pain, according to Al Jazeera.
Tennis great Novak Djokovic has been knocked out of the US Open in the first round, ending his pursuit of a 25th Grand Slam title, according to Al Jazeera.
Djokovic was beaten in a five-set match by unseeded Argentinian player Mariano Navone. The result marks an early and unexpected departure for one of the sport’s most decorated figures.
Al Jazeera reported that the exit came amid tears and pain, underscoring the difficult nature of the loss for Djokovic.
The defeat halts Djokovic’s quest to add another major title to his record. A 25th Grand Slam would have further extended his standing among the all-time greats of the game.
Navone, who entered the tournament unseeded, advances after producing the upset over one of tennis’s most established players.
Why it matters
Djokovic has long chased milestones that would cement his legacy as one of the greatest players in tennis history, making a first-round Grand Slam exit a notable setback. The result also highlights how unseeded players can upset established stars on the sport's biggest stages.
Frequently asked questions
Who beat Novak Djokovic at the US Open?
Djokovic was beaten by unseeded Argentinian player Mariano Navone in a five-set match, according to Al Jazeera.
What title was Djokovic pursuing?
According to Al Jazeera, Djokovic was pursuing a 25th Grand Slam title, which his defeat brought to an end.
How did Djokovic lose the match?
He lost in five sets, with the exit described by Al Jazeera as coming amid tears and pain.
Timeline
- Tennis great Djokovic exits US Open in first round amid tears and pain
Al Jazeera: Novak Djokovic's pursuit of a 25th Grand Slam ends in a five-set defeat to unseeded Argentinian player Mariano Navone.