Novak Djokovic suffers shocking first-round defeat at US Open

In New York, Novak Djokovic lost in the first round of the US Open to Mariano Navone on August 30, 2026. This defeat marked the first time Djokovic exited the tournament in the first round, ending a two-decade streak of success. The match lasted four hours and 36 minutes, during which Djokovic struggled with physical issues, including cramping and nausea, leading to a total of 70 unforced errors.