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Novak Djokovic loses in opening round of US Open for first time, falling in 5 sets to Mariano Navone
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· August 31, 2026
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Key points He faced Mariano Navone and was ultimately defeated in 5 sets. Novak Djokovic experienced a tough start at the US Open, losing in the opening round for the first time.
Novak Djokovic experienced a tough start at the US Open, losing in the opening round for the first time. He faced Mariano Navone and was ultimately defeated in 5 sets. Djokovic struggled with physical and internal ailments throughout the match, compounding his difficulties with a series of mistakes.
Despite his efforts, Djokovic could not overcome his challenges to secure a win. The loss marks a notable upset in the tournament.
Further details about the match are available from the source, providing more insight into Djokovic's performance and the outcome of the game.
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Published: August 31, 2026 ·
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