Novak Djokovic Vomits During Surprise Defeat as Players Forced Off Court
We've already had a massive shock at the US Open, with Novak Djokovic being dumped out in five sets by Mariano Navone. The veteran Serb crumbled in the decisive stages of the match as he slipped to a 7-6 5-7 4-6 6-2 6-1 defeat. He struggled throughout the contest, vomiting several times and breaking down in tears before he was knocked out in a huge early shock.
TL;DR
- Novak Djokovic was eliminated from the US Open in a five-set match against Mariano Navone, experiencing severe physical distress including vomiting and cramps.
- Heavy rain caused play on outdoor courts to be suspended, with multiple matches postponed to the next day.
- Venus Williams was defeated in straight sets by Sofia Kenin, marking an early exit for the veteran player.
- Daniil Medvedev expressed his intention to continue playing tennis for at least a few more years.
- Australian tennis great Pat Cash announced his engagement.