Novak Djokovic loses in first round of US Open

Novak Djokovic, the 39‑year‑old Serbian tennis legend, was eliminated in the first round of the US Open, succumbing to a straight‑sets defeat that underscored the physical toll of a career spanning more than two decades. The match, played on the hard courts of Flushing Meadows, ended with Djokovic unable to mount his usual defensive resilience, and he left the court visibly emotional as the scoreboard reflected a decisive loss to his opponent.

The early exit adds to mounting evidence that age and a recent spate of injuries are curtailing Djokovic’s dominance on the tour. Once ranked world No. 1 and a record holder of Grand Slam titles, the Serbian has seen his ranking slip and his performance dip in the latter stages of tournaments this season. While he remains a formidable competitor, the first‑round upset signals a potential shift in his competitive trajectory as the 2024 season progresses.