Novak Djokovic Knocked Out of US Open by Mariano Navone

A massive upset shook the opening round of the US Open as Argentine player Mariano Navone defeated Novak Djokovic. The twenty-five-year-old underdog triumphed in a gruelling encounter at the Arthur Ashe Stadium that lasted four hours and thirty-six minutes.

Djokovic struggled significantly throughout the match, committing seventy unforced errors while visibly exhausted from physical illness and vomiting. At various stages of the encounter, the legendary champion had to hold back tears due to the physical pain he experienced on the court.

Despite the immense challenges, the world number forty-nine fought tenaciously to overcome the world number five. The final scoreline reflected the dramatic nature of the contest as the underdog secured victory in five hard-fought sets.

Following the emotional defeat, questions emerged regarding the physical condition and future plans of the veteran champion. Meanwhile, Navone celebrated the biggest victory of his professional tennis career on one of sport's grandest stages.