Novak Djokovic exits US Open after first-round loss to Mariano Navone
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 31, 2026, 4:17 AM
Last updated Aug 31, 2026
Novak Djokovic fell to Mariano Navone in the first round of the US Open at Arthur Ashe Stadium. The 39-year-old sustained a 7-6 (7-5), 5-7, 4-6, 6-2, 6-1 defeat against the world number 49. Djokovic struggled physically during the match, requiring medical attention and appearing distressed in humid conditions. This result marks the first time the four-time champion has been eliminated in the opening round of this tournament and his earliest Grand Slam exit since 2006. The fourth-seeded Serbian player appeared emotional while leaving the court following his loss. Navone advances to the next round, securing one of the most significant victories of his career.
- •Mariano Navone eliminated Novak Djokovic in the US Open first round.
- •The final score was 7-6, 5-7, 4-6, 6-2, 6-1.
- •Djokovic experienced physical distress and required medical assistance during the match.
- •This was Djokovic's first opening-round loss at Flushing Meadows in his career.
- 4:17 AMYahoo Sports — Djokovic breaks down in tears during US Open first-round exit
- 4:16 AMBBC Sport — Djokovic breaks down in tears during US Open first-round exit
"An emotional Novak Djokovic suffers a US Open first-round defeat which provided further evidence that age is fast catching up with the 39-year-old great.
"Novak Djokovic breaks down in tears during a difficult US Open first-round defeat by Argentina's Mariano Navone.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 31, 2026, 4:17 AMDjokovic breaks down in tears during US Open first-round exit
Novak Djokovic breaks down in tears during a difficult US Open first-round defeat by Argentina's Mariano Navone.
- BBC SportAug 31, 2026, 4:16 AMDjokovic breaks down in tears during US Open first-round exit
An emotional Novak Djokovic suffers a US Open first-round defeat which provided further evidence that age is fast catching up with the 39-year-old great.
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