US Open 2026: Novak Djokovic breaks down in tears during loss to Mariano Navone in New York
Novak Djokovic had won all of his previous 19 US Open first-round matches
TL;DR
- Novak Djokovic, 39, was defeated by Mariano Navone in the first round of the US Open.
- Djokovic experienced significant physical distress during the match, including vomiting and cramping.
- He described his ongoing health issue, involving vomiting, as a "serious issue" affecting him throughout the year.
- This was Djokovic's first opening-round Grand Slam defeat since 2006.
- The loss ended Djokovic's pursuit of a standalone record 25th Grand Slam singles title.