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2024 - 8 - 30

Djokovic’s US Open Exit Leaves Fans Gobsmacked: What Happened?

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In a shocking twist, defending champion Novak Djokovic got taken down by Alexei Popyrin at the US Open! Is this the end of an era?

In a thrilling and gut-wrenching match at the US Open, Novak Djokovic faced off against 28th-seeded Australian Alexei Popyrin, only to suffer a stunning defeat that rocked the tennis world. The final score read 6-4, 6-4, 2-6, 6-4, marking an unexpected early exit for the defending champion and raising eyebrows among fans and experts alike. With such a shocking result following the previous day’s upset of Carlos Alcaraz, tennis-lovers in Flushing Meadows could hardly believe what they were watching. Djokovic himself admitted to playing 'some of the worst tennis ever,' leaving many pondering whether he’s nearing the end of his illustrious career.

While Djokovic's early ousting is nothing short of dramatic, it opens up intriguing conversations about the future of men's tennis. With the Big Three—Djokovic, Nadal, and Federer—now absent from the Grand Slam winners' list for the entire 2024 season, fans are left to wonder how the landscape will shift in the coming years. Popyrin’s victory marks a significant moment for him, offering a stepping stone to potentially carve out his own legacy and a headline-heavy future in the sport. Can he maintain this momentum, or will he fall back into the shadows as has happened to so many before?

The implications of this match go beyond the court. For Djokovic, this loss may signal a turning point in his illustrious career, particularly as he will finish the year without a Grand Slam title for the first time since 2017. This could could leave fans questioning whether the 36-year-old superstar has reached the twilight of his tennis journey. Or perhaps it's simply a minor bump along the way?

As the dust settles on this shocking match, the hopes of millions rest on the future of tennis, where new talents continuously rise to challenge the established names. Let’s not forget, Popyrin just dethroned a legend and made a statement—he's not just another player on the tour. As tennis enthusiasts, it’s time to embrace this rollercoaster of unexpected twists and turns. So, who’s ready for the next show? While we weep for Djokovic's exit, we look forward to the thrilling chaos that always characterizes the game!

Fun facts: Did you know that Novak Djokovic has won the US Open four times? That puts him in an elite class but now he’ll have to wait for future opportunities to add to that tally! Also, Alexei Popyrin, with this win, could be the underdog we didn’t know we needed—he’s proved that even the biggest names can crumble under the pressure! Who knows, he may very well be the next big thing in tennis!

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Defending U.S. Open champion Novak Djokovic knocked out in ... (KLCC FM Public Radio)

Djokovic bowed out with a 6-4, 6-4, 2-6, 6-4 loss to 28th-seeded Alexei Popyrin of Australia, another shocking result at Flushing Meadows one night after ...

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Novak Djokovic upset by Alexei Popyrin in 3rd round of US Open ... (ESPN)

Defending champ Novak Djokovic bowed out with a 6-4, 6-4, 2-6, 6-4 loss to 28th-seeded Alexei Popyrin, calling the loss "some of the worst tennis I have ...

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Djokovic US Open defeat sparks questions over legend's future (KTEN)

Novak Djokovic slumped to his earliest exit at the US Open in 18 years on Friday as a four-set, third round defeat to Alexei Popyrin sparked more questions ...

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Defending champion Novak Djokovic loses to Alexei Popyrin in U.S. ... (NBC News)

The 2024 season now becomes the first since 2002 in which none of the Big Three of men's tennis — Djokovic, Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer — earned a Slam ...

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Chaos in NY: Popyrin Sends Djokovic Packing - Tennis Now (Tennis Now)

24 hours after No.3 seed Carlos Alcaraz saw his 15-match winning streak go up in smoke in straight sets to Botic Van de Zandschulp, four-time US Open champion ...

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Djokovic admits to 'worst tennis ever' in shock US Open exit (Livermore Independent)

Defending champion Novak Djokovic admitted he had played "his worst tennis ever" as he slumped to his earliest exit at the US Open in 18 years on Friday, ...

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Defending champ Djokovic knocked out of US Open by Popyrin (Bennington Banner)

Novak Djokovic's latest bid for a record 25th Grand Slam title crashed to a halt on Friday as 28th-ranked Alexei Popyrin knocked the defending champion out ...

Djokovic Se Desploma En Otra Noche De Locura En El Abierto De ... (Barron's)

En dos noches sísmicas consecutivas, el Abierto de Estados Unidos se quedó sin sus dos últimos campeones con la salida el viernes de Novak Djokovic en la ...

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Djokovic, el campeón defensor, abdica en el US Open, un día ... (Santa Maria Times)

NUEVA YORK (AP) — El campeón defensor Novak Djokovic sucumbió sorpresivamente en el US Open el viernes, una noche después de que Carlos Alcaraz quedó ...

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Siete años después, Djokovic terminará una temporada sin ganar ... (ESPN Deportes)

De manera completamente inesperada, Novak Djokovic (2° ATP) se despidió del US Open en tercera ronda y terminará la temporada 2024 sin ganar un Grand Slam, ...

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Defending U.S. Open champion Novak Djokovic knocked out in ... (Public Radio Tulsa)

Djokovic bowed out with a 6-4, 6-4, 2-6, 6-4 loss to 28th-seeded Alexei Popyrin of Australia, another shocking result at Flushing Meadows one night after ...

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Defending champion Novak Djokovic knocked out of US Open (Aljazeera.com)

Alexei Popyrin stuns the world No 2, who will end the season without a Grand Slam title for the first time since 2017.

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US Open 2024 results: Novak Djokovic upset by Alexei Popyrin in ... (CBSSports.com)

Djokovic will close the year without a Grand Slam title for the first time since 2017.

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Alexei Popyrin knocks out defending champ Novak Djokovic in US ... (USA TODAY)

Novak Djokovic's US Open title defense is done. He was knocked out in the third round by Alexei Popyrin.

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Djokovic se hunde ante Popyrin en la tercera ronda del Abierto de ... (Hola News)

Nueva York, 30 ago (EFE).- Novak Djokovic, eliminado este viernes en la tercera ronda del Abierto de Estados Unidos, aseguró que su nivel de tenis en este ...

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Así quedó el ranking ATP con la derrota de Novak Djokovic en el US ... (ESPN Deportes)

Nole cayó en cuatro sets ante Alexei Popyrin en la tercera ronda de Flushing Meadows.

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Djokovic falls to Aussie Popyrin in latest US Open shocker (Livermore Independent)

Novak Djokovic's latest bid for a record 25th Grand Slam title crashed to a halt on Friday as 28th-ranked Alexei Popyrin knocked the defending champion out ...

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Defending champion Novak Djokovic is shocked at the US Open ... (ABC News)

Defending champion Novak Djokovic has lost at the U.S. Open one night after Carlos Alcaraz did. ByHOWARD FENDRICH AP tennis writer. August 30, 2024, 8:50 PM.

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Tennis-Defending champion Djokovic knocked out of US Open third ... (WTAQ)

NEW YORK (Reuters) -Novak Djokovic suffered a major upset at the hands of Alexei Popyrin with a 6-4 6-4 2-6 6-4 beating in the third round of the U.S. Open ...

Tennis-Defending champion Djokovic knocked out of US Open third ... (WTVB News)

NEW YORK (Reuters) -Novak Djokovic suffered a major upset at the hands of Alexei Popyrin with a 6-4 6-4 2-6 6-4 beating in the third round of the U.S. Open ...

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Dura autocrítica de Djokovic tras su sorpresiva eliminación en el US ... (Infobae.com)

El serbio quedó fuera del Abierto de los Estados Unidos al caer por 6-4, 6-4, 2-6 y 6-4 ante el australiano Alexei Popyrin. “Fue un partido horrible por mi ...

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Novak Djokovic on dismal 2024 US Open: 'My worst tennis ever' (US Open Tennis Championships)

Novak Djokovic gives a hard self-assessment after his upset loss to Alexei Popyrin in the third round of the 2024 US Open in New York.

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Novak Djokovic upset by Alexei Popyrin in 2024 US Open stunner (US Open Tennis Championships)

Key Takeaways from the Match · World No.28 Popyrin was bolstered by his 50 winners. · Popyrin won 74% of points on his first serve, while Djokovic won 71%.

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Novak Djokovic eliminated from U.S. Open as Alexei Popyrin blows ... (The New York Times)

The 24-time Grand Slam champion succumbed to a display from the Australian that was first dominant, and then gritty.

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Defending Champion Novak Djokovic Knocked Out of U.S. Open (Today.com)

The 2024 season now becomes the first since 2002 in which none of the Big Three of men's tennis — Djokovic, Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer — earned a Slam ...

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Djokovic's US Open loss makes 2024 the first year since 2002 ... (Porterville Recorder)

NEW YORK (AP) — Novak Djokovic tried to put on a happy face, if only briefly, after his startling third-round defeat at the U.S. Open. He raised his arms, ...

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