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Novak Djokovic Stunned by World No. 123 Luca Nardi at Indian Wells

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Novak Djokovic faced a shocking defeat by Luca Nardi at Indian Wells, leaving fans in disbelief. Find out how the world No. 123 toppled the tennis legend!

Novak Djokovic suffered a stunning upset at the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells when he was defeated by world No. 123 Luca Nardi. The Italian player, considered a 'lucky loser,' managed to secure a victory over the 24-time Grand Slam champion in a thrilling match. Nardi's unexpected win left Djokovic frustrated and surprised by his own performance, admitting that his level was 'really, really bad' on that day.

Luca Nardi, just 20 years old, created a major upset by beating his boyhood idol and top-ranked player Novak Djokovic in a three-set match. Nardi expressed disbelief at defeating Djokovic, highlighting the surreal nature of his victory. Despite having only four ATP Tour wins prior to this match, Nardi's triumph over Djokovic solidified his presence in the tennis world and showcased his immense potential.

The defeat marked one of the worst in Djokovic's career, emphasizing the unpredictable nature of sports. Even the umpire showed no sympathy towards Djokovic after a controversial moment in the match, adding to the drama of the already shocking upset. As Djokovic processes this unexpected loss, tennis fans around the world are left speechless at the remarkable feat achieved by the young and determined Luca Nardi.

In the aftermath of the sensational match, Luca Nardi's victory over Novak Djokovic has sparked discussions about the future of tennis and the rise of underdog players. The defeat serves as a reminder of the fierce competition in the sport and the potential for unexpected outcomes in every match. While Djokovic may have faltered in this face-off, his unparalleled talent and remarkable career remain a force to be reckoned with in the world of tennis.

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'My level was really, really bad': Novak Djokovic stunned by 'lucky ... (CNN)

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Luca Nardi stuns boyhood tennis idol Novak Djokovic at Indian Wells (Aljazeera.com)

Nardi said it was 'crazy' that he beat the 24-time Grand Slam champion after qualifying for the match as a lucky loser.

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Novak Djokovic: 'My level was really, really bad' | ATP Tour | Tennis (ATP Tour)

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Luca Nardi, 20, shocks Novak Djokovic at Indian Wells (Fox News)

Luca Nardi, 20, stunned 24-time Grand Slam champion Novak Djokovic on Monday night, defeating him in three sets in the third round of the BNP Paribas Open.

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Luca Nardi stuns Novak Djokovic in Indian Wells with a 6-4, 3-6, 6-3 win, becoming the lowest-ranked player to beat him.

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Outsider Luca Nardi stuns Novak Djokovic with Indian Wells victory (The Guardian)

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Lucky loser Luca Nardi stuns boyhood idol and top-ranked Novak ... (Tennis Magazine)

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